Pest Control Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or equivalent and three years of recent, full-time paid experience in structural, gardening, or landscape pest control work; alternatively, an associate's degree in biological or environmental health sciences and one year of recent experience.
• Possess a California Department of Food and Agriculture Qualified Applicator's Certificate (Category A and B); alternatively, possess a Structural Pest Control License (Branch II or III) and be willing and able to complete a California Department of Agriculture training course and obtain a Qualified Applicator's Certificate within one year of initial employment in this job class.
• Pass an annual physician's physical examination and respirator fit test indicating clearance to wear a respirator while spraying pesticides and performing associated duties.
• Attend continuing education course hours mandated by the State.
• Clearly document relevant education and experience in the application, and provide the required application information and supporting documentation.

Nice To Haves

• Specific training in Integrated Pest Management programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, detect, evaluate, and prevent structural and agricultural pests.
• Conduct pest control work as part of the District's Integrated Pest Management program.
• Educate District staff about their role in Integrated Pest Management.
• Attend continuing education courses as mandated by the State.

Benefits

• District-paid health and wellness benefits for employees and eligible dependents for positions of 20 hours per week or greater.
• A 5% bilingual differential for positions requiring bilingual skills.