Pest Control Technician

Job Title

This is work inspecting and treating buildings and grounds for pest infestations requiring restricted use pesticides.

Job Functions

• Inspects building interiors, exteriors, and adjacent grounds for insect or rodent infestations.
• Mixes restricted-use pesticides.
• Operates and maintains a variety of pesticide equipment.
• Assists in fumigations to control pest infestations.
• Removes troublesome or dangerous vertebrates as part of a rabies control program.
• Prepares daily records on pesticide usage and pest infestation.
• During declared campus emergencies, this position may be required to perform specific job-related duties at a designated off campus location or place of residence.

Supplementary Responsibilities

• Special projects/events.
• Participate in special event set ups and other work.
• Assist with campus maintenance emergencies.
• Assist with new utilities installation and maintenance of existing utilities.
• Manages work orders.
• Raking leaves.
• Prescribed burning.

Machines/Equipment Used Regularly

• Riding/walk-behind mowers
• Power edgers/blowers
• Chain saws
• Hand tools
• Power landscaping equipment
• Small farm tractors
• Trucks/trucksters
• Power hedge trimmers

Supervision Received

Close supervision. The incumbent's work is reviewed by the supervisor for accuracy and to ensure instructions are being followed.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma and 1+ years of relevant experience. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Must meet the requirements of Chapters 482 and 487, Florida Statutes

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a "Responsible Employee" pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University's Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator

Equal Opportunity

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Carnegie

UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University's collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF's mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.