Pest Control Technician

 APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applications will be accepted online at www.starkmha.org or by mail to: HR Coordinator, Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority, 400 Tuscarawas Street E, Canton, OH 44702-1131.

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STARK METROPOLITAN HOUSING AUTHORITY

Job Title:                          Pest Control & Bed Bug Technician          

Reports to:                      Senior Facilities Manager/Director of Maintenance   

Department:                   Asset Management      

Date:                                   May 26, 2022

FLSA Status:                    Hourly/Non-Bargaining

General Purpose:

The primary objective of this position is to eliminate and control the infestation of rodents, bed bugs, insects and other pests from housing units.  The incumbent in this position works under the general supervision of the Senior Facilities Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position.  This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned. 

Performs pest control spraying and applies chemical treatments, and baits and sets mechanical traps to control pests, insects, bed bugs, and rodent infestation in housing units and agency buildings and grounds.

Treats areas infested with termites.  Operates and monitors Bed Bug Heat Treatment Equipment in order to heat housing units to the proper temperature to rid the units of bed bug infestation, as needed.

Inspects housing units to identify or assess problems or potential problem areas.  Determines appropriate solutions and methods to resolve pest control and rodent problems in accordance with applicable standards, trade practices, and regulations.  Reads product labels and specifications.  Mixes chemical products based on formulas and EPA standards and requirements to produce the pesticide to be used.  Secures adequate materials and supplies to complete work assignments.

Performs annual preventive pest control treatments in accordance with HUD’s Integrated Pest Control Management plan.

Receives work orders and responds to complaints from tenants, the health department, and management regarding pest and rodent problems.  Prioritizes and schedules work orders.  Completes time sheets and other work records.

Operates various tools and equipment common to the trade including spray equipment, termite rig, drill, traps, bed bug heat treating equipment, protective equipment and wear, etc.; maintains such equipment in proper working condition.  Operates an agency vehicle to transport work materials and products to and from the job site and to inspect problem areas.

Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Behavioral Competencies:  This position requires incumbents to exhibit the following behavioral skills:

Commitment: Sets high standards of performance; pursues aggressive goals and works hard/smart to achieve them; strives for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and brings issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.

Customer Service: Meets/exceeds the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; identifies, understands, monitors, and measures the needs of both internal and external customers; talks and acts with customers in mind.  Recognizes work colleagues as customers.

Effective Communication:  Ensures important information is passed to those who need to know; conveys necessary information clearly and effectively orally or in writing. Demonstrates attention to, and conveys understanding of, the comments and questions of others; listens effectively.

Responsiveness and Accountability:  Demonstrates a high level of conscientiousness; holds oneself personally responsible for one’s own work; does a fair share of work.

Job Competencies:

Thorough knowledge, skill, and experience in applying the methods, sequences, materials, procedures, trade practices, and techniques used to control and eliminate the infestation of rodents, insects; bed bugs, and pests; skill and experience in the use of various power and hand tools and equipment necessary to complete the work; knowledge of the properties, characteristics, and hazards of various chemicals and poisonous materials; ability to accurately calculate and mix chemical solutions; ability to perform basic mathematical calculations; knowledge of EPA guidelines regarding the use and application of pesticides.

Knowledge of and ability to conform to common work practices, policies, procedures, etc., and work independently; ability to read, write and communicate effectively; ability to comprehend, interpret, and follow written and oral instructions, directions, etc. and complete the work to desired specifications and quality standards; ability to work well with others; ability to determine priorities; knowledge of and ability to follow safety policies, procedures, practices, and regulations; ability to organize and plan the sequence of tasks necessary to complete job assignments; ability to identify and evaluate problem areas and solve work related problems; ability to work outside of working hours and on short notice; possession of a valid Ohio Driver’s License, a good driving record, and insurability.

Must be a licensed pest control operator (State of Ohio).

Physical Requirements:

The work of this position necessarily involves exposure to a wide variety of environmental conditions including toxic materials, gases, dirt, fumes, odors, extremes in temperature, etc.  Exposure to unfavorable health and safety factors in working conditions are not frequently present.  The position requires normal attention to detail and tasks to be performed and light to moderate physical exertion necessitating full and unrestricted body movements and use of all limbs and major muscle groups.  This position requires the incumbent for frequent periods to bend, stoop, reach, lift (up to 35lbs.), manipulate and grasp.  Normal visual acuity is required.