Facility Pest Control Technician

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision
• Frequently lifts and handles material weighing over 50 pounds and carry chemical solutions weighing up to 40 pounds for extended periods.
• May use ladders or lifts and frequently work from heights exceeding 20 feet (i.e. removing bees from trees or pests in roofing).
• Develop pest maintenance schedules determine materials needed and select appropriate application methods.
• Devise and maintain pest program plans and conduct ongoing pest surveillance and troubleshooting.
• Select appropriate approaches and methods deciding whether to use chemical or physical strategies to control pest infestation.
• Utilize floor plans and blueprints to locate potential pest harborages.
• Locate and avoid building supports wiring plumbing and duct work when planning applications.
• Identify control and prevent infestations of common household structural public health nuisance and plant pests.
• Select mix and apply both restricted-use and general-use pesticides to control a wide variety of insects vertebrate and plant pests.
• Determine the most effective pesticide toxicity and chemical solutions to utilize.
• Calibrating pest control equipment and adjusting nozzle settings.
• Use of equipment such as wrenches pliers screwdrivers and similar hand tools to provide operator maintenance of application equipment.

Work Schedule: Monday -Friday 0700 - 3:30pm. On-call Evenings/Weekends based on the needs of the Service or Organization.
Position Description Title/PD#: Facility Pest Control Technician/PD503540
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• 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 ( Effective May 7 2025 drivers 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)

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 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.

To qualify for this position applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement 10/05/2026.

EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge skills and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.

SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:

• Dexterity and Safety
• Interpret Instructions Specifications (other than blueprint reading)
• Materials
• Measuring Instruments
• Technical Practices
• Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
• Without more than normal supervision

Drivers License: A current valid state-issued Drivers License is required for this position. NOTE: We cannot accept photographs therefore; please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. If an interview is requested you will be required to provide a copy of your current valid state-issued Drivers License.

PREFERRED: North Carolina Pest Control License preferred but not required (will be required within 11 months of hire date); Pest control and identification experience preferred

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.

Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: The Pest Controller may lift and handle materials weighing over 50 pounds and carry chemical solutions weighing up to 40 pounds for extended periods. Incumbent may work in cramped and uncomfortable positions. Frequent stooping bending kneeling climbing and working in uncomfortable conditions may be encountered. The incumbent may move furniture equipment etc. as part of the treatment process. Incumbent may complete assignments indoors or outdoors. The position may be exposed to areas with minimal ventilation and/or limited access. The position is required to wear necessary safety equipment (i.e. respirators gloves and other personal protective devices) while completing and preparing all applications. May need to respond and/or on-call 24 hours a day for emergencies to prevent loss in service and/or delay in patient care.