CAREER DESCRIPTION
INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN II SALARY INFORMATION In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates:
Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.00% increase
Effective June 27, 2025 - 3.75% increase
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC This recruitment is being held to establish an open to the public eligible list to fill current and future Integrated Pest Management Technician II positions with this specialty. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower level classifications throughout the County of Orange.
DEADLINE TO APPLY
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as the recruitment will close on
Monday , May 20 , 2024 at 11:59 PM (PST). O C PUBLIC WORKS OC Public Works provides services on a regional basis to unincorporated areas, to cities, and to other County agencies and departments. The primary mission of the department is to protect and enrich the community through efficient delivery and maintenance of public works infrastructure, planning, and development services. OC Public Works core values are integrity, accountability, service and trust.
OC Public Works is a unique County department comprised of ten service areas: OC Development Services; OC Fleet Services; Administrative Services; OC Facilities Design & Construction; OC Facilities Maintenance & Central Utilities; OC Environmental Resources; OC Operations & Maintenance; OC Construction; OC Infrastructure Programs; and OC Survey.
For more information on OC Public Works click here.
For more information on the County of Orange click here .
THE OPPORTUNITY
OC Environmental Resources is looking for an experienced Integrated Pest Management Technician II to inspect assigned areas for rodent presence; select and apply rodenticides, insecticides and herbicides; and monitor progress. This position also performs duties such as:
- Calculates correct portions of pesticides according to label directions, environmental conditions, and areas to be treated
- Applies rodenticide and monitors progress of rodent control program
- Sets traps to eradicate rodents
- Operates and maintains application equipment, power tools, safety equipment, and vehicles
- Maintains logs and records of rodenticide inventories, vegetation control operations, work completed, timekeeping records, and equipment used
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES: The successful candidate will posses two (2) years of experience as an Integrated Pest Management Technician I in the County of Orange or equivalent. In addition, the ideal candidate will demonstrate the knowledge and experience in the following core competencies:
Technical Knowledge- Rodents, pests, and vegetation indigenous and introduced to the area
- Rodent and pest control habits and reduction/eradication control techniques requiring the use of traps, gasses, baits, and other techniques
- Methods and procedures used in mixing and applying pesticides for weed, rodent and insect pest control and for setting rodent traps
- Some knowledge of operation and adjustment of pumps and pressure regulated spray equipment
- Perform manual labor duties
Safety Practices- Safe work practices relating to the use of hand and power tools, pesticide applicators, compressors, pumps, and related equipment
- Safety precautions required to protect personnel and property from damage or destruction through the use of pesticides and related chemicals
- Follow safe work policies and procedures
- Read, understand, and comply with written and verbal instructions, labels, laws, and technical regulations pertaining to vegetation, rodent, and pest control
Analytical Skills- Evaluate conditions of area to be treated and determine appropriate pesticides and control techniques
- Make mathematical calculations to determine correct proportions and amounts of chemicals
- Evaluate effectiveness of control techniques applied and determine need for further treatment of area
Communication & Organizational Skills- Maintain logs and records of pesticide inventories and storage, pest control operations, timekeeping records, vehicle and equipment usage, and related reports and records
- Work independently and schedule activities to meet time frames
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and the general public
REQUIRED LICENSES
Possession of a valid California Driver License, Class C, before date of appointment, is required.
Possession of a
Qualified Applicator Certificate or License (QAC or QAL) issued by the State of California is required.
Please attach a copy of certificate or license when applying. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Click here to view the minimum qualifications for Integrated Pest Management Technician II .
RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and/or desirable qualifications. After screening, applicants who meet the minimum and/or desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process.
Structured Oral Interview | SOI (Weighted 100%) Applicants will be interviewed and rated by a panel of job knowledge experts. Each applicant's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the applicant's qualifications for the job.
Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
Eligible ListOnce the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Veterans Employment PreferenceThe County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please click here to see the latest guidance for more details.
EMAIL NOTIFICATION Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com .
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
Questions? For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact
Sarah Correa at
714-667-9667or by email at
sarah.correa@ocpw.ocgov.com EEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer,
encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS).
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information
Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
Closing Date/Time: 5/20/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
