Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is The primary purpose of this position is to perform pest detection and extermination work.

Duties

1. Conducts troubleshooting inspections of assigned facilities, grounds, drainage ditches and marsh and water areas for pest infestation, 2. Independently uses IPM Procedures to control pests in and around residences, offices, food service areas storage areas, aquatic areas, lawns, trees and shrubs. 3. Conducts pest control operations in several locations by applying pesticides using various application methods. 4. Operates and maintains a variety of hand and power equipment tools such as fogger mist machines, injection pumps, and hand spraying equipment in applying liquids or powders. 5. Performs pest controlling duties in a safe manner, utilizing safety practices and procedures, and complying with established safety rules and regulations

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• A security clearance may be required
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Position may be subject to random drug testing
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Employee will be required to perform on call duties and may be required to perform snow and grounds maintenance augmentee duties
• This position is designated base essential
• Employee will support mobility or readiness center operations in an exercise or contingency situation
• Exposure to toxic chemicals or other hazards may require occupational health examinations.
• The selection and use of all EPA restricted use pesticides must be by or under the direct supervision of a certified pesticide applicator or by specially trained uncertified personnel under the direct supervision of a certified applicator.
• Must attend technical training and be certified by 4he State of Ohio et:-DOD to apply pesticides, herbicides, and insecticides and fully meet the recertification requirements.
• May be required to assist other workers in various crafts. May be required to train and/or guide lower graded employees.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5000 Plant And Animal Work Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. This job announcement will be used to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection The screen out element for this position is Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Technical Practices: theoretical precise, artistic Use of Measuring Instruments Ability to Interpret Instructions, specifications; other than blueprints Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Materials Dexterity and Safety PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Contacts

• Address Wright Patterson AFB 2000 Allbrook Drive Wright Patterson AFB, OH 45433 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]