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Pest Controller
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 1 days ago
On-sitePortland, OR$38.9 – $45.4/hrApply by Jun 8, 2026Pest ControllingESTJISTJEducationFinanceHospitality
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The incumbent is the principal Pest Controller and is responsible for following the overall Integrated Pest Management Program in conjunction with the Environmental Management Service, (EMS) Hospital Housekeeping Officer at the VA Portland Health Care System (VAPORHCS).
What You'll Do
- →Major duties include, but are not limited to; Responsible for implementing and carrying out a comprehensive Integrated Pest Management Program.
- →Plans work required, reviews and acts upon complaints received, documents treatment provided, develops treatment schedules, and selects proper materials and equipment.
- →Selects, mixes, and applies restricted and general use pesticides necessary for treatment.
- →Incumbent is also required to 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.
- →Organizes and performs pest control program under administrative supervision of the Service Chief and Assistant Chief.
- →Maintains effective line of communication as to potential problems, assistance needed, etc.
- →Incumbent will advise management and facility support personnel on practical aspects of pest management and control, and utilize technical handbooks, consultations with pest management professionals at other facilities, and regulatory instructions.
- →Provides general monitoring of procedures and techniques applied by the Pest Control Helper and Waste Handlers.
- →Responsible for the safekeeping of all materials, supplies, and/or equipment related to Pest Control and waste management operations.
- →Ensures that Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are maintained as required and that all pesticide related materials are stored and disposed of in accordance with Federal and State guidelines.
- →Licensure: Must have or be able to obtain licensure in the state of Oregon within 11 months from their start date as listed above and below.
Requirements
- ✓You must be a U.S.
- ✓Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
- ✓Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents).
- ✓Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
- ✓Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
- ✓Is required to currently possess or obtain licensure in the State of Oregon within 11 months from their start date for the following:1. 3a: Ornamental Pest Management; 2. 3b: Turf Management; 3. 6: Industrial Weed Management; & 4. 7a: Industrial, Institutional, Structural and Health-Related Pest Management.
- ✓As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
- ✓In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
- ✓Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
- ✓There is no education required at the Wage Grade 10 level.
- ✓Please refer to licensure in Duties Section.
Personality Fit
Job ID: e15da043-ba6b-4b03-b917-863dc2f77758
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