Hazard And Pest Abatement Worker
Hazard And Pest Abatement Worker
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL COMMISSIONER/WEIGHTS AND MEASURESFILING DATES: February 29 2024 at 8:00 a.m. (PST) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
EXAM NUMBER:V0038P
TYPEOF RECRUITMENT:Open Competitive
JOB TYPE: PERMANENT eligible register will also be used to fill TEMPORARY positions.DEFINITION:
Removes flammable vegetation and debris from properties declared to be a nuisance and assists in the controlor eradication of noxious weeds and vertebrate pests.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
Positions allocable to this class work as a or pest abatement crew member typically under the direction of a Senior Abatement Worker Pest Control Worker or a higherlevel supervisor. Incumbents perform manual labor involving the removal of flammable vegetation and debris from properties declared to be a nuisance and the control or eradication of noxious weeds and vertebrate pests by mechanical or chemical means. Assignments require positions to utilize handheld tools and portable power equipment lift heavy loads of debris for removal and follow applicable safety procedures and regulations when applying pesticides for pest eradication or control. Positions in this class receive instruction in and are expected to learn and comply with safe operating practices and procedures departmental safety regulations CALOSHA regulations and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) guidelines. All positions in this class may be required to operate Class C vans and trucks of up to 26000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight in order to carry out the essential duties of the position.Essential Job Functions
- Cuts and removes flammable grasses weeds brush and debris.
- Lifts heavy loads of brush cuttings and debris such as but not limited to a chipper box truck or a compactor.
- Uses hand tools (i.e. combination hoe/rake shovels etc. and portable power equipment (i.e. chainsaws eaters blowers etc..
- Performs daily routine maintenance of portable power equipment including cleaning and ensuring proper functioning.
- Observes identifies and documents pest infestations.
- Sets traps and puts out poison bait for the control of various types of vertebrate pests under the supervision of a Qualified Applicator Certificate or Qualified Applicator License holder.
- Treats rodent burrows with toxic fumigants under the supervision of a Qualified Applicator Certificate or Qualified Applicator License holder.
- Treats rightsofways or other areas under the supervision of a Qualified Applicator Certificate or Qualified Applicator License holder.
- Demonstrates safe operating practices and procedures departmental safety regulations CALOSHA regulations and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) guidelines for use of safety equipment protective devices herbicide/pesticide applications special clothing etc.
- Makes daily routine maintenance and minor repairs to application equipment.
- Inspects buildings and grounds to locate and identify pest infestations.
- Drives and operates vehicles such as but not limited to small to large pickup trucks crew cab trucks vehicles with motorized spray equipment and vehicles weighing up to 25000 pounds to various jobsite locations.
- Cleans facilities or sites after performing work assignments.
- Documents work hours or activities.
Requirements
- SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:One year* of fulltime outdoor work experience performing manual labor in landscaping or the removal of rubbish weeds and brush.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License.Successful applicants that require driving must obtain and present a copy of his/her driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before final appointment. Applicants should not present a copy of their driving history until asked to do so by the hiring department. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether an applicants driving history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job. License must not be currently suspended restricted or revoked.
PHYSICAL CLASS IV Arduous: This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds often combined with bending twisting or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity such as those in Safety positions.SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
*Parttime experience will be prorated.**Accredited colleges and universities include all colleges and universities that meet the accreditation guidelines indicated on the bulletin.
***In order to receive credit for the required degree/coursework certification and/or license you must include a legible copy of the official diploma official transcripts or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization and/or a legible copy of the official certificate and/or license at the time of tiling or within 15 calendar days from the date of filing application (if applicable). Please submit documentation to and indicate your name the exam name Hazard and Pest Abatement Worker and the exam number V0038P.
For applicants with international transcript(s) a report by an evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. must be submitted at the time of filing. The report must confirm the U.S. course/degree equivalency.DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:- Successful completion of a Hazardous Material course from an accredited** college or university.**
- Possession of a current and valid Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) or Qualified Applicator License (QAL) in categories: A (Resident Industrial and Institutional) B (Landscape Maintenance) C (RightofWay) and M (NonSoil Fumigation)***
- Possession of a current and valid Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) certificate***
- Possession of a current and valid Chain Saw and Cross Cut certificate.***
- Possession of a current and valid Wild Land Firefighter certificate.***
Additional Information
- EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of an Evaluation of Experience and Desirable Qualifications based on the application information weighted 100.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70 or higher on the examination to be added onto the list of eligible candidates.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve 12 months following the date of eligibility.Applications will be processed on an asreceived basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. No person may compete for this examination more than once in a twelve 12 month period.SPECIAL INFORMATION:The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance Employer. Except for a very limited number of positions you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and consider potential mitigating factors including but not limited to evidence and extent of rehabilitation recency of the offense(s) and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
VACANCY INFORMATION:The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill PERMANENTand TEMPORARY vacancies located throughout the County of Los Angeles in the Department of Agricultural Commissioner/Weights and Measures as they occur.AVAILABLE SHIFT:
Appointees will be required to work any shift including evenings nights weekends overtime and holidays.APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail Fax or in person will not be accepted.
Apply online by clicking on the green Apply button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add as well as and to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County.Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs and viewing your profile inbox which saves a copy of all emailed notices.It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs/careers/lacounty you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
All information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified.SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD:No Sharing of User ID email and Password: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friends user ID and password may erase a candidates original application record.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
TESTING ACCOMODATION INFORMATION AND COORDINATOR CONTACT INFORMATION:If you need accommodation to take the assessment let us know by contacting the ADA/Testing Coordinator atand/or . The sooner you contact us the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process.ANTIRACISM DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Antiracism Diversity and inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We suppose the ARDI strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality diversity and inclusion in recruitment selection and employment practices.CONTACT INFORMATION:ADA Coordinator Phone:Teletype Phone:California Relay Services:Department Contact Name: Crisselle CortesDepartment Contact Phone:
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The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and will also consider potential mitigating factors which may include but is not limited to evidence and extent of rehabilitation recency of the offense(s) and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952.
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
