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Qualifications
- Maintain regulatory required licenses and certifications, including annual CEUs.
- Follow specific directions per state law/label regarding chemical mixing and formulation
- Maintain accurate records for completion of work orders using electronic devices or paperwork.
- Administer Pest Management techniques and plans to alleviate pest concerns (i.e., application of chemicals, setting traps, operating equipment, and modifying structures).
- Locate, control, trap and repel pests, animals, and rodents.
- Communicate with stakeholders and the IPM Coordinator concerning scheduling pest control treatments and/or maintenance repair needs.
- Use of power tools required for drilling or cutting to access infestations, install physical barriers for treatment, and exclusions of infested areas.
- Maintain accountability of tools, equipment, and supplies.
- Report unresolved maintenance problems or issues to the direct supervisor.
- Serve as point of contact for crew assignments and respond to requests for service in the absence of the Pest/IPM Supervisor.
Qualifications
- Required High School Diploma or GED
- Required 2 years' experience as a certified applicator
- Required Texas Department of Agriculture/Structural Pest Control Service "Certified Applicator License" in the category of "Pest" and be current on state-required CEU credits;
- Required Valid Texas Driver's License and a record that meets the District's standard
- Upon hiring applicant has 16 months to pass structural pest control "termite" and "weed" exams
- Demonstrated knowledge of the types of pesticides used for pest control and IPM procedures as set forth by this district and SPCS/Texas State laws.
- Demonstrated technical knowledge and skills related to Integrated Pest Management and IPM exclusion methods
- Demonstrated knowledge of tools and equipment related to the craft
- Demonstrated basic knowledge of computers and tablets for record-keeping and work order completion
