Exterminator L-II

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Inspect premises and investigate complaints of infestation.
• Determines the appropriate method of extermination and/or pest prevention (e.g., stoppage efforts; refuse management) to be used.
• Supervise and make assignments to any exterminators engaged in preparing and using traps, rodenticides, stoppage equipment, etc. and supervise the cleaning and repair of equipment.
• Order necessary supplies and equipment and keep related records and ensure the safe storage and cautious use of the various poisons employed in exterminating operations.
• Supervise the preparation of the various substances used in exterminating.
• Make recommendations for improving exterminating methods.
• Keep records of exterminating operations and make reports thereof.
• May be required to perform exterminating/stoppage duties.
• Cook up and distribute food to inmates.
• Coordinate follow-up with DOHMH exterminator when treatment/stoppage is necessary.

Qualifications

• A valid certificate as a Certified Commercial Pesticide Applicator for Industrial, Institutional, structural and Rodent Control (7A) issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
• This certificate must be maintained for the duration of appointment.
• Licenses Requirement For appointment to certain positions, at the time of appointment eligibles must possess a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.
• To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, individuals must have, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, two years of full-time satisfactory practical experience in the preparation and use of insecticides, rodenticides, baits, traps, and related chemicals/equipment for the extermination of insects, vermin and other pests.
• To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level III individuals must have, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, two years of full-time satisfactory practical experience in the preparation and use of insecticides, rodenticides, baits, traps, and related chemicals/equipment for the extermination of insects, vermin and other pests and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in a supervisory capacity for a total of three years experience.

Benefits

• City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.a tax-deferred savings program anda robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.

Commitment To Equity

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.