Pest Control Technician

Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Maintenance General

Date Posted:
7/23/2025

Location:
Facilities Maintenance & Capital Projects


POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT


July 23, 2025

POSITION: Pest Control Technician



LOCATION: Facilities & Maintenance



JOB SUMMARY:
The DoughertyCounty School System is seeking a Pest Control Technician to join our team. The Pest Control Technician ensures a safe, healthy, and pest-free environment across all Dougherty County School System (DCSS) facilities. This role involves proactive pest management, compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and collaboration with school and departmental staff to support optimal learning conditions.



MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma or GED preferred;additional t echnical training in pest control or related field preferred;
2. Five years of verifiable commercial-level pest control experience;
3. Current Commercial Pesticide Applicator License with Category 35 certification, or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire;
4. Must be respirator-qualified or able to become qualified;
5. Must have valid Georgia Driver's license;
6. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and the Board may find appropriate.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Strong written and verbal communication skills;
2. Physically capable to perform essential job functions, including accessing tight spaces and above ceilings, climbing ladders, and lifting heavy materials;
3. Working knowledge of pest control tools, materials, and technologies;.
4. Familiarity with hazardous materials handling and disposal preferred.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performcomprehensivepest control services in all district facilities, including treatment for insects, rodents, wildlife, and other pests;?
2. Safely apply pesticides and related treatments on a scheduled basis;
3. Develop and maintain accurate records of all pest control services, applications, and inspections in accordance with local and state regulations;
4. Maintain active certification and complete all continuing education and training required for licensure;
5. Keep Safety Data Sheets (SDS) c urrent for all chemicals used and ensure compliance with hazard communication standards;
6. Train and support staff on safe chemicalhandling procedures and regulations;
7. Manage inventory of pest control chemicals, tools, and equipment; ensure proper storage and disposal protocols are followed;
8. Implement and overseea proactive pest prevention and maintenance plan;
9. Collaborate with the Environmental Services Coordinator to manage hazardous waste disposal;
10. Ens u re compliance with all applicable safety, environmental, and district guidelines;
11. Exhibit professionalism and maintain positive working relationships with school staff,students, and contractors;
12. Perform physically demanding tasks including walking, climbing, crouching, and lifting up to 80 lbs;
13. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor(s) or department leadership.

REPORTS TO: TechnicalServices Supervisor



SALARY RANGE: 12 Month Employee. Competitive salary and excellent benefits package, in accordance with the DCSS Compensation Guide.



APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applicationswill bereviewed upon submission. To ensure consideration, please submit all required application materials by July 31, 2025.


INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD APPLY ONLINE.

THE DOUGHERTY COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, AGE, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, OR DISABILITY.


The System reserves the right to waive any qualifications or other provisions of this advertisement by statute or regulations.


Dougherty County School System uses Frontline Education to manage employment applications online.

About Us:
The Dougherty County School System is a leading catalyst and advocate for public education in Southwest Georgia. It's the largest school system in the second congressional district. The school district has 21 schools (13 elementary, 4 middle, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative middle/high school), 4 learning centers, and the Commodore Conyers College & Career Academy. All schools are accredited by Cognia. The DCSS offers a competitive salary and benefits package.


Dougherty County is recognized for its quail and duck hunting, fishing, the Flint River, and many cypress swamps. The County has a population of approximately 90,000. Our County has two institutions of higher education, Albany State University and Albany Technical College. Notable points of interest include the Albany Museum of Art, the Flint RiverQuarium, the Albany Civil Rights Institute, the Parks at Chehaw, Radium Springs Gardens, and Thronateeska Heritage Center, which includes the Museum of History, Wetherbee Planetarium, and the Science Discovery Center. Dougherty County is a short drive to Atlanta, the Georgia coast, as well as the Florida Gulf Coast beaches.



Important Note:
This document provides descriptive information about the above Dougherty County School System position. Work actually performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content of and qualifications for this position. The Dougherty County School System reserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary without providing advance written notice.