HOUSING EXTERMINATOR

Under general supervision, performs work in the prevention, control, and elimination of insects, vermin, and other pests from buildings and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Inspect premises and investigate complaints of infestation.
• Determine the appropriate method of extermination to be used.
• Treat and perform exclusion of pests following IPM guidelines as set out in NYCHA Pest Control Standard Procedure.
• Work alone or in groups, based on supervisor’s assignment.
• Clean and repair equipment.
• Keep records in handheld devices of exterminating operations performed.
• Perform inventory of storage rooms when requested.

Requirements

• 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 employment.
• For certain positions, a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Benefits

• Choice of medical coverage plans.
• Deferred compensation plans.
• Defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS).

Pay

$38,998.00 – $63,706.00

NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply. NYCHA has no residency requirements.