Auxiliary Services Specialist

Butler Metropolitan Housing Authority•Hamilton, OH

2d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Auxiliary Services Specialist is a cross-trained field professional responsible for integrated pest management, grounds maintenance, landscaping, property beautification, exterior property support, seasonal services, and emergency response throughout OneCanopi communities. The role performs both pest control and grounds maintenance duties based on operational priorities, helping maintain safe, healthy, attractive, and well-maintained residential communities. The Specialist represents OneCanopi in the field and is expected to provide excellent customer service while adhering to safety, professional, regulatory, and operational standards. The position conducts pest inspections and treatments using Integrated Pest Management principles, maintains pest-control equipment and records, and educates residents about prevention. Grounds duties include mowing, trimming, planting, weeding, debris removal, irrigation support, and upkeep of shared outdoor areas. The Specialist also performs beautification, snow and storm response, exterior property support, and assigned equipment inspections and operation. Administrative duties include completing work orders and maintaining treatment, activity, equipment, mileage, inventory, and supply records. The role has no supervisory requirements. Work is primarily outdoors in all weather conditions, with occasional work indoors in occupied residential units, common areas, and agency facilities. Exposure may include heat, cold, rain, snow, insects, pesticides, dust, noise, uneven terrain, and other field-operation conditions. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position is full-time, non-exempt, with a 120-day probationary period and pay of $20.00–$25.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
One year of experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, pest control, maintenance, facilities operations, or a related field preferred.
Valid Ohio driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to obtain an Ohio Registered Pesticide Technician License within the first week of hire.
Ability to obtain an Ohio Commercial Pesticide Applicator License within 12 months of employment.
Ability to safely operate commercial equipment and assigned vehicles.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and prioritize work assignments.
Ability to communicate effectively, follow written and verbal instructions, and provide strong customer service.
Ability to identify property safety hazards and maintain accurate records.
Ability to frequently walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb; regularly lift and carry up to 75 pounds; push and pull commercial equipment; work from ladders as assigned; operate motor vehicles and powered equipment; and perform repetitive work motions.
Ability to work primarily outdoors in all weather conditions and occasionally indoors, with potential exposure to heat, cold, rain, snow, insects, pesticides, dust, noise, and uneven terrain.

Nice To Haves

Experience in public housing or multifamily property maintenance.
Experience with Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
Landscaping certification.
Commercial pesticide experience.
Snow removal experience.
OSHA 10 certification.
Experience operating commercial landscaping equipment.
First Aid/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Conduct interior and exterior pest inspections and identify pest activity and appropriate treatment methods using Integrated Pest Management principles.
Apply approved pesticides and treatment products in accordance with applicable regulations, manufacturer specifications, and agency policies.
Monitor and maintain bait stations, traps, monitoring devices, and treatment equipment; keep accurate inspection and pesticide application records.
Educate residents on pest prevention, sanitation, and housekeeping measures, and report property conditions that may contribute to pest activity.
Safely transport, store, and dispose of pesticides and hazardous materials.
Perform grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, edging, weeding, planting, mulching, litter and debris removal, and assigned irrigation maintenance.
Maintain parking lots, sidewalks, playgrounds, courtyards, landscape beds, and other common areas, including seasonal cleanup.
Maintain community curb appeal; remove illegal dumping, bulk debris, and graffiti; assist with painting, pressure washing, signage, decorations, and landscaping projects.
Perform snow and ice removal, respond to severe weather, remove storm debris, assist with property stabilization, and support emergency response activities as directed.
Assist with vacant-unit preparation, removal of exterior hazards, move-in and move-out activities, and assigned exterior projects with Maintenance personnel.
Identify and report safety concerns, maintenance deficiencies, and damaged property features, including sidewalks, fencing, lighting, and playground equipment.
Safely operate and maintain assigned equipment and vehicles, conduct daily equipment inspections, and promptly report maintenance needs.
Interact professionally and courteously with residents, visitors, contractors, and coworkers; explain treatments and safety precautions when appropriate.
Follow applicable safety and regulatory requirements, wear required PPE, report unsafe conditions, participate in safety training, and maintain SDS compliance.
Complete work orders and accurately document grounds activities, equipment inspections, pesticide applications, mileage, inventory, and supply usage.
Complete One Canopi cross-training requirements.