Structural Pest Control Inspector

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; Remote; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A State Government Agency in North Carolina is seeking a candidate for a field position focused on pest control enforcement. Responsibilities include inspecting records, conducting investigations related to pesticide misuse, and providing training. A Bachelor's degree in a related field and valid NC Driver's license are required. The position offers a home-based office with travel for inspections. Applicants should demonstrate knowledge of pest control regulations and excellent customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in pest management, entomology, horticulture, biology, or a closely related life science.
• Experience applying pesticides and interpreting pesticide labels.
• Must be able to pass a medical evaluation and respirator fit test.

Responsibilities

• Enforce provisions of the North Carolina Structural Pest Control Act.
• Inspect records, equipment, facilities, and treatments conducted by operators.
• Inspect for proper pesticide application and conduct related investigations.

Skills

Knowledge of Structural Pest Control methods

Experience in customer service

Ability to pass medical evaluation

Valid NC Driver’s license

Experience applying pesticides

Education

Bachelor's degree in pest management or related field

Job description

Overview

Duty Station – Home-based. State-owned vehicle provided for work travel. This individual will enforce provisions of the North Carolina Structural Pest Control Act and Regulations, as well as the federal pesticide law. This position interacts directly with the structural pest control industry and helps to provide consumer protection in North Carolina concerning Structural Pest Control operations. Duties include responding to consumer inquiries about methods and quality of structural pest control applications, inspecting records, equipment, facilities and treatments conducted by licensed structural pest control operators, certified applicators, and registered employees of licensees. Routine inspections of structural pesticide applications for proper treatment of structures for wood destroying organisms, applications, and methods performed for household pest control and structural fumigation practices. Inspections are performed on written records, equipment, and pesticide storage. Investigate possible misuse of pesticides, environmental sampling, and emergency responses to pesticide incidents are also conducted. This position helps administer the structural pest control certification and licensing examinations, perform training presentations as needed, and conduct the registered technician training program. Vehicle, laptop computer, internet, and cell phone are provided for job-related work. This position requires the ability to perform strenuous activities such as crawling in confined spaces, stooping, bending, twisting, and climbing. The candidate needs to be able to see well with limited light and must be able to operate a motor vehicle for long periods of time during the day.

This is a field position with a home-based office. Must reside in one of the following counties: Wake, Harnett, Johnston, Franklin, Granville, Durham, or Chatham.

Please note the Department does not cover moving expenses.

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.

To learn more about state employee benefits, please visit the Benefits information page.

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Responsibilities

• Knowledge of Structural Pest Control methods and materials, laws, regulations and policy.
• Experience in customer service and public contact.
• Must be able to pass a medical evaluation and respirator fit test within 3 months of employment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid NC Driver’s license within 60 days of hire.
• Experience applying pesticides and interpreting pesticide labels.

Qualifications

You may qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience, either through years of education or years of directly related experience, or a combination of both.
Bachelor's degree in pest management, entomology, horticulture, biology or a closely related life science from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Information

Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience. Please follow the instructions to apply online. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes are not accepted as a substitution for a completed application.

Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22.

All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions, and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing. All positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals. Selected applicants must obtain a USDOT medical certificate prior to employment. If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position.

* Note: When required, you must answer the question(s) for this position, or your application will be considered incomplete.

Questions regarding this posting? Contact 919-707-3201.