This position is organizationally located in the Wilmington VAMC (WVAMC) Environmental Management Service (EMS) reporting directly to the Assistant Chief, EMS. The purpose of this position is for planning, implementing, and carrying out WVAMC comprehensive Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Program.

Duties

The incumbent is responsible for planning, implementing, and carrying out a comprehensive Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Program at the VA Healthcare System. Assigned to duties and responsibilities at the medical center or CBOC facilities. 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. Provides technical advice and specific guidance to the Pest Control Worker at the facility. Incumbent 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 may monitor contractor quality control and compliance when applicable. Work Schedule: Monday=Friday 7:00-3:30 p.m. Position Description Title/PD#: Pest Controller/PD025490

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 01/22/2024. 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 SafetyInterpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)MaterialsMeasuring InstrumentsTechnical PracticesUse and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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 incumbent is exposed to pesticides, chemicals, communicable pathogens, skin irritations, mechanical and/or electrical hazards. His/her primary duties are normally accomplished indoors in a well-lighted and climate-controlled atmosphere as well as exposure to the outside with varying weather conditions. The incumbent may encounter temperature extremes, dirty, dusty, drafty, and noisy working conditions. Equipment utilized to accomplish duties and tasks require special care while operating to avoid serious injury. The incumbent may complete assignments indoors or outdoors. They may encounter heat, cold, dust, dirt, mud, unpleasant odors, etc. Incumbent may be exposed to areas with minimal ventilation and/or limited access. Incumbent is required to wear necessary safety equipment (i.e., respirators, gloves, and other personal protective devices) while completing and preparing all applications.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Wilmington VA Medical Center 1601 Kirkwood Highway Wilmington, DE 19805 US
• Name: Rhonda Williams
• Email: [email protected]