Exterminator, Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services

City of New York • New York City, NY

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through outreach, education, surveillance and enforcement. With staff of 1,000, the Division covers a broad range of subject matter, including oversight of environmental investigations, lead poisoning, injury prevention, occupational health, food safety, child care, radiation control, recreational and drinking water quality, air quality, climate health, vector control, veterinary public health and pest control. The Division of Environmental Health seeks an Exterminator L-II for its Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services.

Requirements

• A valid certificate as a Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator for Industrial, Institutional, structural and Rodent Control (7A) issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. This certificate must be maintained for the duration of appointment.
• For appointment to certain positions, at the time of appointment eligibles must possess a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.
• To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, individuals must have, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, two years of full-time satisfactory practical experience in the preparation and use of insecticides, rodenticides, baits, traps, and related chemicals/equipment for the extermination of insects, vermin and other pests.
• To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level III individuals must have, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, two years of full-time satisfactory practical experience in the preparation and use of insecticides, rodenticides, baits, traps, and related chemicals/equipment for the extermination of insects, vermin and other pests and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in a supervisory capacity for a total of three years experience.

Nice To Haves

• Candidate should be highly organized, with the ability to work well in teams, should possess excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with computer would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect premises and investigate complaints of infestation.
• Determines the appropriate method of extermination and/or pest prevention (e.g., stoppage efforts; refuse management) to be used.
• Supervise and/or properly bait areas according to protocol.
• May be required to perform stoppage duties using Borrow Rx Machine.
• Make assignments to any exterminators engaged in preparing and using traps, rodenticides, stoppage equipment, etc.
• Supervise and assist with the cleaning and repair of equipment.
• Assist with Ordering necessary supplies and equipment and ensure the safe storage and cautious use of the various poisons employed in exterminating operations.
• Supervise the preparation of the various substances used in exterminating.
• Make recommendations for improving exterminating methods.
• Keep records of exterminating operations and makes reports thereof.
• Coordinate follow-up with DOHMH exterminator when treatment/stoppage is necessary.

Benefits

• Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance.
• a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• a tax-deferred savings program
• a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed