Pest Controller
This position is located at the Danville VA Hospital. The primary purpose of this position is to prepare, maintain and carry out routine treatment and pest management schedules for all medical center buildings and grounds, responds immediately and follows up on emergency pest management problems. Major Duties:
Responsible for recognizing, controlling, and exterminating all flying and crawling insects. Makes visual inspections to determine if pests may be present in the area. Selects and mixes approved pesticides and chemicals according to directions. Applies pesticides accordance with labeled instructions and warnings using safety equipment and protective clothing. Properly store, handle and dispose of all pesticides and containers as required by local, state, federal and VA regulations. Cleans, maintains and makes minor repairs to all manual equipment and power fogging equipment. Determine appropriate pest control measures such as how and work should be performed. Select equipment to suit the task at hand, select and set traps and baits in locations, which will be most effective. Document and maintain accurate daily records of all routine and emergency pest management areas. Keeps abreast of continuing problems and recommends corrective action. Provides monthly training to all supervisors. Work Schedule:
Full Time, Monday-Friday 7:
00am - 3:
30 pm Position Description Title/PDPest Controller/08180-O Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/25/2020.
Experience:
A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the Qualification Standard Handbook, X118C, WG-5000 Plant and Animal Work Family Series, (www.opm.gov/qualifications/x-118c). SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT:
Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:
The Screen-out element for this position is; Ability to do the work of a Pest Controller without more than normal supervision. This is described as experience that includes advanced knowledge of common pest by sight, physical characteristics, habits and hiding areas; knowledge of the measuring system to mix appropriate portions of chemicals to make proper pesticide; document and maintain accurate daily records of all routine and emergency pest management areas; knowledge of new innovations and procedures or chemicals introduced into the pest industry; recognize common poisoning systems and procedures to follow in case of a pesticide accident; knowledge of powered equipment used by pest control, including functions, operation, proper care and cleaning of equipment. CERTIFCATION REQUIRED:
Current certificate of Competency in pest management in any and all categories as identified by the state of Illinois. Must be licensed and/or certified in accordance with the Illinois Department of Public Health in the categories of pest control that are required by this position. Evidence of license must be provided. How You Will Be Evaluated:
You will be rated on the following job elements as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position. When describing your knowledge, skills, and abilities, please be sure to give examples and explain how often you used these skills, the complexity of the knowledge you possessed, the level of the people you interacted with, the sensitivity of the issues you handled, etc. Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading Measuring Instruments Technical Practices Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Materials Dexterity and Safety Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
Pest control is required for both the interior and exterior of the building. Interior work is usually done in dark, damp, dusty, hard to reach areas while exterior work may require exposure to heat, sun and bad weather conditions. Workers may be exposed to toxic vapors, liquids and powders and may experience cuts or bruises, insect bites and stings. May be required to carry or lift large, heavy cans or sacks of chemicals. Walk, stoop, work in cramped, tight spaces, occasionally crawl, climb and move equipment and furniture to carry out task.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Responsible for recognizing, controlling, and exterminating all flying and crawling insects. Makes visual inspections to determine if pests may be present in the area. Selects and mixes approved pesticides and chemicals according to directions. Applies pesticides accordance with labeled instructions and warnings using safety equipment and protective clothing. Properly store, handle and dispose of all pesticides and containers as required by local, state, federal and VA regulations. Cleans, maintains and makes minor repairs to all manual equipment and power fogging equipment. Determine appropriate pest control measures such as how and work should be performed. Select equipment to suit the task at hand, select and set traps and baits in locations, which will be most effective. Document and maintain accurate daily records of all routine and emergency pest management areas. Keeps abreast of continuing problems and recommends corrective action. Provides monthly training to all supervisors. Work Schedule:
Full Time, Monday-Friday 7:
00am - 3:
30 pm Position Description Title/PDPest Controller/08180-O Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/25/2020.
Experience:
A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the Qualification Standard Handbook, X118C, WG-5000 Plant and Animal Work Family Series, (www.opm.gov/qualifications/x-118c). SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT:
Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:
The Screen-out element for this position is; Ability to do the work of a Pest Controller without more than normal supervision. This is described as experience that includes advanced knowledge of common pest by sight, physical characteristics, habits and hiding areas; knowledge of the measuring system to mix appropriate portions of chemicals to make proper pesticide; document and maintain accurate daily records of all routine and emergency pest management areas; knowledge of new innovations and procedures or chemicals introduced into the pest industry; recognize common poisoning systems and procedures to follow in case of a pesticide accident; knowledge of powered equipment used by pest control, including functions, operation, proper care and cleaning of equipment. CERTIFCATION REQUIRED:
Current certificate of Competency in pest management in any and all categories as identified by the state of Illinois. Must be licensed and/or certified in accordance with the Illinois Department of Public Health in the categories of pest control that are required by this position. Evidence of license must be provided. How You Will Be Evaluated:
You will be rated on the following job elements as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position. When describing your knowledge, skills, and abilities, please be sure to give examples and explain how often you used these skills, the complexity of the knowledge you possessed, the level of the people you interacted with, the sensitivity of the issues you handled, etc. Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading Measuring Instruments Technical Practices Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Materials Dexterity and Safety Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
Pest control is required for both the interior and exterior of the building. Interior work is usually done in dark, damp, dusty, hard to reach areas while exterior work may require exposure to heat, sun and bad weather conditions. Workers may be exposed to toxic vapors, liquids and powders and may experience cuts or bruises, insect bites and stings. May be required to carry or lift large, heavy cans or sacks of chemicals. Walk, stoop, work in cramped, tight spaces, occasionally crawl, climb and move equipment and furniture to carry out task.
- Department:
5026 Pest Controlling - Salary Range:
$25.50 to $29.74 per hour
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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