Pest Controller

The Pest Controller is the Medical Center's licensed (state certified) and technical expert and is responsible for adherence to state and federal environmental guidelines for pesticide applications. The Pest Controller oversees the implementation and maintenance of Medical Facilities Integrated Pest Management Program (IPM) and directs all the pesticide applications performed at the Atlanta VA Medical Center Health Care System.

Major duties include, but are not limited to: Responsible for the overall Integrated Pest Management program at the Atlanta VA Medical Center, Ft. McPherson VA Campus, and Atlanta Veteran Clinic. Provides general monitoring of procedures and techniques applied by the Pest Control Workers. Responsible for the safekeeping of all materials, supplies, and/or equipment related to Pest Control. Insures that Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are maintained as required and also that all pesticide related materials are disposed of in an approved manner. Selects, mixes, and applies restricted and general use pesticides necessary for treatment. Completes required reports and necessary records to meet all regulatory agency requirements. Follows all Federal, State, Local and Medical Center directives that are pertinent to an effective Integrated Pest Management Program. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm. Must be able to work weekends and holidays. Work Schedule is subject to change based on agency need. Position Description Title/PD#: Pest Controller/PD504160 Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Authorized Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.