Integrated Pest Management Lead Technician

James Madison University • Harrisonburg, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for an Integrated Pest Management Technician. This role involves assisting with the identification, monitoring, and management of agricultural and structural pests and plant diseases affecting campus landscapes and facilities. The technician will conduct inspections, assist in developing and implementing IPM schedules, and coordinate inspections with various personnel. A key responsibility includes applying approved pesticides and chemicals in accordance with established plans and regulations, while maintaining Safety Data Sheets and documentation. The position also involves assisting with procedures for the storage, handling, and disposal of pest management products. Additionally, the role includes general landscape maintenance, snow removal, and operating/maintaining specialized equipment. The employee must work all home football games and may be required to work during authorized closings as this is considered essential university operations.

Requirements

• Knowledge of entrapment, removal, and extermination of pests.
• Knowledge of pesticides, herbicides, etc.
• Knowledge of landscaping practices and procedures.
• Ability to correctly mix and apply pesticides, herbicides, insecticides, etc. in specified equipment.
• Able to identify pests and plant diseases, or a strong willingness to learn.
• Ability to use a variety of landscape equipment, such as mowers, weed eaters, edgers, blowers and snow removal.
• Basic knowledge of leadership skills.
• Effective communication skills, written and verbal.
• Ability to do physically demanding work for extended periods of time in a variety of environmental conditions.
• Must have a current Virginia Pesticide Registered Technician License upon hire.
• Must be at least 19 years old and possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 24 consecutive months.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check and an acceptable MVR.
• Completion of an I-9 form and presentation of documentation of identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the identification, monitoring, and management of agricultural and structural pests and plant diseases affecting campus landscapes and facilities.
• Conducts or assists with inspections of indoor and outdoor properties and facilities, both on and off campus, to identify the presence of insects, rodents, plant diseases, and other agricultural or structural pests.
• Assists with the development, implementation, and maintenance of an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) schedule and calendar in coordination with the supervisor, including establishing and coordinating inspection timeframes.
• Coordinates and schedules pest management inspections with customers, supervisors, and other appropriate personnel.
• Applies approved pesticides, chemicals, and other pest management products in accordance with established IPM plans, product label requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Maintains current Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and required documentation for pesticides, chemicals, and other products used in pest management activities.
• Assists with the development and implementation of procedures for the proper storage, handling, and disposal of pesticides, chemicals, and other products that are no longer in use.
• Performs general landscape maintenance and snow removal operations in accordance with the Facilities Management policies, and established safety procedures.
• Operates, calibrates, maintains, and performs routine inspections of specialized tools, equipment, machinery, and vehicles used in landscape maintenance, pest management, and snow removal operations.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Employee must work all home football games.
• The employee in this position will be considered designated, meaning the work performed is essential to university operations and the employee will be required to work during periods of authorized closings.

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Parental leave
• Community service leave
• 19 paid holidays annually
• High-quality health insurance options
• Retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System
• Balanced Dukes program (wellness and work-life integration resources, events, and support)
• Tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU

What This Job Offers

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