Exterminator Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services
Exterminator Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services
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OPEN TO PERMANENT EXTERMINATOR AND THOSE WHO ARE REACHABLE ON THE CIVIL SERVICE LIST EXAM # 4043
PROGRAM AND JOB DESCRIPTION:
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygienes Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through outreach education surveillance and enforcement. With staff of 1000 the Division covers a broad range of subject matter including oversight of environmental investigations lead poisoning injury prevention occupational health food safety child care radiation control recreational and drinking water quality air quality climate health vector control veterinary public health and pest control.
The Division of Environmental Health seeks Exterminator LII for its Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:
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 keeps 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 makes reports thereof.
May be required to perform exterminating/stoppage duties. Coordinate followup with DOHMH exterminator when treatment/stoppage is necessary.
Preferred Skills:
Candidate should be highly organized with the ability to work well in teams should possess excellent verbal written and interpersonal skills. Experience working with computer would be a plus.
Why you should work for us:
Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information please visit the U.S. Department of Educations website ()
Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
oa premiumfree health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually per a 2024 assessment.
oadditional health fitness and financial benefits may be available based on the positions associated union/benefit fund.
oa public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
oa taxdeferred savings program and
oa robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
Job Security you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
Established in 1805 the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S. dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone regardless of age background or location can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition antitobacco support chronic disease prevention HIV/AIDS treatment family and child health environmental health mental health and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID19 pandemic we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.
Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all 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 individuals 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 SyeEun Ahn Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity at or.
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.
License 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.
SPECIAL NOTE:
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II individuals must have in addition to meeting the minimum requirements two years of fulltime 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.
SPECIAL NOTE:
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level III individuals must have in addition to meeting the minimum requirements two years of fulltime 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 fulltime satisfactory experience in a supervisory capacity for a total of three years experience.
Additional Information :
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 individuals sex race color ethnicity national origin age religion disability sexual orientation veteran status gender identity or pregnancy.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
