Pest Control Technician Jobs

The City of Fort Lauderdale employees possess a passion for public service demonstrated by a high degree of enthusiasm, self-reliance, and job proficiency. They effectively convey the vision and mission of the organization and provide excellent service and satisfaction to our internal and external customers.

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Checks condition of assigned truck, small gasoline engines, and spraying equipment; makes minor repairs
• Operates all related pesticide spray machinery, and an outboard motor used in the application of aquatic herbicides
• Attends seminars and classes relative to pest control in order to keep necessary licenses up to date
• Walks two to three miles along city streets and medians while applying herbicides
• Prepares chemicals for application which includes mixing and storing
• Loads and unloads cases of chemicals and materials from trucks and storage areas
• Identifies pests, weeds, and plant material diseases that need to be controlled by the proper chemical application
• Mixes and applies pesticides and herbicides; sprays chemical solutions or dusts powders in work areas
• Completes daily assignment work sheets.
• Performs related work as required
• Sets traps and places poisonous bait in rodent infested areas
• Installs or removes various types of mechanical equipment on vehicles according to assigned task

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalency
• One (1) to three (3) years of experience in the pest control field, which included operating mechanical pesticide/herbicide application equipment. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for one year of the required experience or education.

Depending on the number of applicants and the quality of their education and experience, the examination may consist of one or more of the following tests: Evaluation of Training and Experience, Oral Interview, Written Examination, or other assessment method. Applicants must attain a minimum score of 70 in each part of the examination in order to qualify. All successful applicants will be required to pass a medical examination, including drug screening, prior to appointment.