Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Technician

Job description

Under supervision of a State Certified Applicator, assist with the District integrated pest control management program. Mantain and apply pesticides and herbicides according to the District pest management policy.

Duties and responsibilities

• Perform pest control for District buildings and grounds.
• Assist in the application of herbicides on fence lines, curbs, football fields, baseball fields, etc.
• Maintain accurate records of chemicals used (amount, location, date and time).
• Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Help keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.
• Ensure that all school employees who perform pest control have the necessary training and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Inspect tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
• Respond to emergency calls as needed and be on-call/stand-by as assigned by supervisor.
• Attend required CEUs annually.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Regular attendance.
• Other duties assigned.

Experience

• 1 year of experience

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum Technician license with pest control, or Certified Applicators License or the ability to obtain within one year of employment
• Licensed in Lawn and Ornamental and Weed control or the ability to obtain within one year of employment
• Valid Texas driving license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to read and comprehend insecticide labels, insect biology, chemicals, and learn application techniques for pesticides and herbicides
• Ability to operate spraying equipment, such as dusters, fogger, etc.
• Ability to operate vehicle

Contact information

EQUIPMENT USED: Power and hand-held sprayer application equipment, hand and power tools. Light truck or van.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Frequent walking, twisting, reaching, bending, climbing, kneeling, moderate lifting and carrying, crawling in tight spaces. Work outside and inside. Exposure to dampness and humidity, toxic chemicals, and noxious odors. Occasional prolonged or irregular hours. Frequent district wide travel.

Apply to

All interested persons must submit an online auxiliary application to be considered for this position. Current employees must complete an application using the Internal Job Postings system. Email Carolina Banda at cbanda@conroeisd.net with questions or for additional information.