Pest Controller

The incumbent is the Pest Controller at The South Texas VA Medical Center and is organizationally assigned to the Environmental Management Service. Incumbent is responsible for implementing and carrying out a comprehensive Integrated Pest Management Program.

Duties may include but are not limited to:
-Plans work required, reviews and acts upon complaints received; documents treatment provided, develops treatment schedules, and selects proper materials and equipment for treatment.
-Selects, mixes, and applies restricted and general use pesticides necessary for treatment.
-Complete required reports and necessary records to meet all regulatory agency requirements using automated computer systems and software such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Windows or other government programs developed or in use for this purpose.
-Follows all Federal, State, Local and Medical Center directives that are pertinent to an effective Integrated Pest Management Program.
-Maintains a professional relationship with Pest Management officials such as Federal, State, Local and consulting entomologists in areas of program development or special program needs.
-Works independently with minimal supervision and shall monitor contractor quality control and compliance when applicable.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00a.m. to 3:30p.m., includes weekends at the needs of the service and rotating holidays
Position Description Title/PD#: Pest Controller/PD671-01178-A
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized