TONOPAH PEST CONTROL

Hickman's Family Farms•Tonopah, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pest Control Technician ensures that pest control activities across Hickman’s Family Farms facilities are carried out effectively and efficiently. The role covers rodent, fly, insect, bird, and weed control, as well as fumigation, while following safety and biosecurity protocols. The technician performs regular monitoring, inspections, treatments, and documentation to maintain a pest-free environment and meet company standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong attention to detail when monitoring pest activity and implementing corrective actions.
Basic knowledge of pest biology and behavior, particularly rodents, flies, insects, and birds.
Good verbal and written communication skills for documentation and reporting.
Ability to work independently and efficiently.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and perform physically demanding tasks.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions, including heat, humidity, and dust.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb for extended periods; work in confined spaces; and move across uneven terrain and safely climb stairs or ladders.
Visual and manual ability to inspect and operate pest-control equipment.
Ability to tolerate exposure to odors, chemicals, and fumigation substances while wearing protective gear.

Nice To Haves

Previous pest control, agricultural, or related experience.
Pest control certification or related experience.
Familiarity with monitoring and servicing rodent traps, bait stations, and Bug Lights.
Knowledge of safe handling and application of pesticides, herbicides, and fumigation procedures.
Experience with mechanical equipment used for weed control, such as tractors or weed whackers.

Responsibilities

Monitor, inspect, and service rodent traps and bait stations in accordance with the site’s Integrated Pest Management plan; log findings and bait levels at the end of each workday.
Identify areas requiring corrective action and coordinate follow-up measures.
Apply fly-control sprays to the front and back of Lay Houses twice weekly; monitor and spray break areas, offices, and the Breaker Plant daily as fly activity warrants.
Spray manure pits in high-rise houses every six weeks after manure removal and apply NEPOREX to sawdust to interrupt the fly life cycle.
Monitor and service fly bait stations weekly, inspect barn Bug Lights bi-weekly, use scatter bait, and perform monthly fly indexing; implement corrective actions as needed.
Spray the exterior of processing plants, dry storage, and liquid egg facilities monthly, and apply insecticides inside dry storage every three months.
Treat Lay Houses for spiders after hens are removed and again after cleaning procedures are completed.
Maintain a weed-free environment around the facility using suitable methods such as herbicides, weed whackers, or tractor-mounted attachments.
Immediately report bird sightings inside facilities; set up nets or use other safe removal methods, remove nests, and install deterrents against future intrusion.
Follow fumigation safety protocols, ensure buildings are properly sealed and safety signage is in place, and conduct fogging after Lay House cleaning once personnel have cleared the area.
Use disinfectants and viruses during fumigation to ensure a clean environment.
Comply with company safety policies and biosecurity protocols, and promptly report safety concerns or biosecurity issues to the manager or appropriate personnel.