What are the responsibilities and job description for the PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN position at Department of State Hospitals?
The DSH –Napa, General Services Department is accepting applications for a full time, permanent Pest Control Technician. Applicants should have knowledge of: Structural Pest Control Act and Structural Pest Control Board Regulations; laws and regulations governing use of pesticides; rodents; noxious pests, such as spiders, ants, and cockroaches; pests attacking humans, such as bedbugs, fleas, lice, mites, ticks, flies, and mosquitoes; fabric pests, such as silverfish, firebrats, carpet beetles and clothes moths; cereal and miscellaneous pests; and general pests.
Well qualified applicants should possess the ability to: inspect all areas of buildings and grounds to determine the presence of vertebrate and invertebrate pests; eliminates such pests through the use of such equipment, chemicals and procedures as may be necessary; may make minor repairs or order repairs made to prevent or control infestation by pests; orders and maintains equipment and supplies; trains personnel in methods of preventing pest infestation; cooperates with public health personnel in their inspections and takes steps necessary to comply with their recommendations; maintains records of inspections, infestations and remedial actions taken; establishes and maintains a continuing program of preventive pest control. Willingness to work in an institutional setting.
Possession of a Field Representative, Branch 2, license (General Pest) issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Structural Pest Control Board. (Candidates who have applied for and are in the process of securing a license will be admitted to the examination but must possess the license before appointment. Good attendance, punctuality, and attitude are important characteristics.
A Duty Statement is attached and is also available in the General Services Office.
Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Multiple cut off dates are set for application submission: April 28, 2025, May 28, 2025, June 28, 2025 and July 28, 2025. Applications received after a cutoff date will be processed on the next cutoff date.
Please note that a completed examination is required to obtain list eligibility and qualify for this job vacancy. Obtaining list eligibility is a separate process. You can view the minimum requirements and submit the examination, by visiting the following link: Pest Control Technician - Exam Bulletin
To ensure that your application will be considered for this recruitment, the following items are required:
- Review and submit the required examination by visiting the following link for Pest Control Technician - Exam Bulletin
- Complete and submit the STD.678 Employment Application to this job vacancy, JC - 471095. Include all experience with a completed description of all duties Performed, Supervisor’s name and Contact information.
- Attach a copy of your licensure for a Field Representative, Branch 2, license (General Pest) issued by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs, Structural Pest Control Board.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
Position Details
Department Information
Founded in 1875, Napa State Hospital is the only state hospital in Northern California for persons struggling with severe mental illness. Classified as a low to moderate security facility, the hospital has a bed capacity to treat up to 1,362 patients on an attractive campus with treatment units located on 138 acres. Staff is dedicated and committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective, professional services and specialized programs in an environment that promotes continuous improvements in treatment for individuals with mental disabilities.
Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
- The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
- The position(s) require(s) a(n) Field Representative, Branch 2 (General Pest) License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: Until FilledWho May Apply
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Desirable Qualifications
Knowledge of: Structural Pest Control Act and Structural Pest Control Board Regulations; laws and regulations governing use of pesticides; rodents; noxious pests, such as spiders, ants and cockroaches; pests attacking humans, such as bedbugs, fleas, lice, mites, ticks, flies and mosquitoes; fabric pests, such as silverfish, firebrats, carpet beetles and clothes moths; cereal and miscellaneous pests; and general pests.
Ability to: Identify and take steps required to control vertebrate and invertebrate pests; prepare written reports and records; train other personnel in preventive pest control methods.
Benefits
Benefit information may be obtained by visiting the California Department of Human Resources website at http://www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/Pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx and to the California Public Employees Retirement System website for Health Benefits at https://www.calpers.ca.gov/.
Free Parking
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Melissa Eilbracht
(707) 253-5886
melissa.eilbracht@dsh.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:Stephan Saunders
(916) 573-2727
Stephan.Saunders@dsh.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
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