Job Title: Integrated Pest Management and Wildlife Technician
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Classification: Full-time
Hours: Hours may vary; Monday - Friday for the first 6 months then schedule may change based on coverage needs
Pay Rate: Range starts at $18.62/hour
Summary:
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium is a leader in animal care and its mission is to inspire, educate and engage people to serve as lifelong stewards for animals and their habitats. The Integrated Pest Management and Wildlife Technician is a key position within our team through support of Integrated Pest Management program at both Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and the Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park.
This position will support a proactive, modern integrated pest control management strategy while maintaining best practices in human and animal safety. The primary focus of this position will be to mitigate nuisance pests and peridomestic wildlife management. It will be primarily based in Omaha but will also provide services at the Lee G. Simmons Conservation Park and Wildlife Safari. Preferred candidates will have experience in pest management and have excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills. This position reports directly to the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Specialist.
Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions (include but not limited to):
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Work with the IPM Specialist to evaluate, design, apply, and maintain a proactive, holistic pest management and wildlife mitigation program.
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Proactively communicate with internal stakeholders on pest management problems and proactively identify preventive measures to mitigate pest problems.
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Respond to requests for pest management in a timely and professional manner.
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Maintain knowledge of modern practices and pest control techniques, products, and technology to proactively manage pest populations.
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Assist IPM Specialist with coordinated work with external contractors to supplement pest management program.
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Ensure institutional compliance with regulatory agencies (EPA, USDA, FDA, etc.) and adherence to the accreditation standards of accrediting organizations (i.e. Association of Zoos and Aquariums).
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Assist with coordinating all pest management related pick-ups and deliveries and nuisance wildlife transport, both on and off zoo grounds.
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Maintain clear records of all pest control applications, plans, and dates of service. Provide routine computerized updates to chemical applications.
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Adhere to established safety guidelines, and coordinate efforts with internal safety and security leaders.
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Assist in employee pest control education and training to develop a focus for pest management across all departments.
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Perform other duties as needed to ensure the care of the animals in the collection, the smooth functioning of the zoo, and/or the reputation of the zoo as directed by the IPM Specialist and Vice President of Science and Animal Health.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Pest management experience and training or an associates degree (A.A.) in a related field is highly desirable.
- Must hold (or be able to obtain within 6 months of hire) a Pesticide Applicator License (commercial grade) from Nebraska Department of Agriculture.
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Ability to keep records and communicate effectively and efficiently with co-workers and supervisors.
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Willingness to learn state and federal laws, regulations and industry standards related to pest control management.
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Ability to work in a team environment with animal care staff and other departments and foster trust-based relationships.
- Must demonstrate the ability to work safely with potentially hazardous chemicals.
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Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, preferred; familiarity with or ability to learn ZIMS medical software.
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Must possess or be able to obtain a valid state driver’s license.
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
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Will lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds using safe and proper lifting methods.
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Ability to frequently bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, reach upward, twist, and have good lateral movement in potential confined spaces.
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Ability to perform large amount of walking and walk up and down stairs.
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Ability to perform tasks requiring heavy use of arms, wrists, and exertion of upper body, arms, and hands to perform duties.
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Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions year-round sometimes on uneven terrain.
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Ability to work with animals with potential zoonotic disease.
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Willing to work a flexible schedule to include weekends, early mornings, holidays and evening hours and in all weather conditions.
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Must be able to be on call as necessary.
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Regularly exposed to water, chemicals and potentially loud noises and odors.
Travel Required:
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May be asked to travel occasionally to pursue additional training, pick up supplies, animals or facilitate local travel on a regular basis.
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The position is based in Omaha at the zoo but is expected to be a resource and may need to travel to the Wild Safari Park in Ashland, Nebraska in a company vehicle.
Remote Work:
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This position is 100% on site, with some project-specific accommodations for remote work.
DISCLAIMER
The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the EEOC.
