Job Description
ANDERSON SCHOOL DISTRICT FIVE Anderson, South Carolina
POSITION OVERVIEW: TITLE: Pest Control Technician
STATUS/FLSA: Full-Time/Non-Exempt
PAY GRADE: Campus Enhancement Services - Pest Control Technician
DIRECT REPORTS: Full-time ( ); Part-time ( )
SUPERVISOR: Grounds Facilities Supervisor
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 240 Days. Salary determined by schedule set by the Board.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The purpose of this classification is to establish and maintain a strong and effective pest and weed control program contributing towards a pest-free, safe and comfortable school environment that enhances educational success.
EDUCATION: Completion of a high school diploma or GED (required).
EXPERIENCE: No experience required
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: - REQUIRED: Valid South Carolina Driver's License, License in the area of pesticide and herbicide application as required by the South Carolina Pesticide Act and other DHEC and EPA requirements.
- PREFERED: None
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Essential job duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties assigned.
- Coordinate all aspects of weed and pest control with adherence to SC Pesticide Act guidelines and using Integrated Pest Management.
- Lift and operate pesticide and herbicide sprayers and equipment.
- Apply pesticides to all areas of schools to include classrooms, offices, common areas, grounds, trees, cafeterias, and other District facilities.
- Expedite and process all work orders assigned by the Custodial Supervisor.
- Establish and maintain a preventative maintenance program including filling holes under sinks and in walls with foam sealant and preventative applications.
- Order, store, dispose, and document pesticides and herbicides and their application in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and county laws, directives, and policies.
- Remain available for emergency or unplanned events that may occur.
- Exercise discretion in discussions of infestations with other departmental staff, and submit complaints to supervisory staff.
- Repair, calibrate and maintain custodial equipment
ADDITIONAL DUTIES: - Maintain application records.
- Participate in staff development programs.
- Promote good public relations through professional and ethical execution of job responsibilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to measure and calibrate equipment applications of chemicals; Knowledge of pesticide and custodial equipment and operating procedures; Knowledge of state and federal rules and regulations for pesticide and herbicide usage; Good judgment skills; Ability to identify and resolve problems; Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in stressful situations; Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USAGE: Use office machines such as copiers or calculators; Use computers for data entry; or handle, use, or repair of pesticide and custodial equipment; operate, install, test or inspect pesticide and custodial equipment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: ACTIVITIES: Standing 1/3 to 2/3 of the time; Walking 1/3 to 2/3 of the time; Sitting Under 1/3 of the time; Gripping or feeling with hands over 2/3 of the time; Reaching with hands and arms over 2/3 of the time; Climbing or balancing over 2/3 of the time; Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling over 2/3 of the time; Talking or hearing over 2/3 of the time; Tasting or smelling under 1/3 of the time.
LIFTING: Up to 10lbs over 2/3 of the time; Up to 25lbs over 1/3 of the time; Up to 50lbs 1/5 of the time; Up to 100lbs 1/8 of the time; More than 100lbs on rare occasion
WORKING CONDITIONS AND HAZARDS: Indoor Environment, Outdoor Environment, Noise, Extreme Temperatures, Vibration, Moisture and/or humidity, Dust, Fumes, Gases, Poor ventilation, Electrical hazards, Mechanical hazards, Chemical hazards, Explosive hazards, Burn hazards. Assigned hours and days could vary as needed to perform job duties efficiently.
OTHER DUTIES: Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor(s) of Campus Enhancement Services.
Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Work at office