Pest Management Assistant/Technician
Pest Management
Assistant/Technician - Suffolk, NY
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Provide technical assistance for the Cornell Cooperative
Extension Pest Management Program in scouting, applied demonstration, and
educational activities. The Pest Management Program focuses on the
implementation of pest management practices that will minimize the use of
pesticides and the reduction of pests. Responsibilities include site inspection
and scouting of Suffolk County golf courses for turf pests, diseases, cultural
issues, and weeds. Occasional assistance with site inspections of other County properties
may also be required. Responsibilities also include data collection,
maintaining records of observations, and assistance with applied research as
needed. This person will work with Program staff to assist in providing
educational and research-based knowledge of pest management practices to
Suffolk County community in accordance to Cornell Cooperative Extension
recommendations.
The individual will be working with structural and turf pests which consist of
rodents, cockroaches, ants, wasps, termites, flies, birds, poison ivy, tick,
and etc. Because the individual will be in close contact with these pests,
following health and safety protocol regarding personal protection is required.
Required Qualifications:
- High
school diploma or equivalent, or currently enrolled in HS with relevant
experience.
- Willingness
to learn new tasks and ability to work independently.
- Ability
to understand and implement written and oral instruction.
- Must
be able to perform duties in an efficient and timely manner.
- Must be
reliable and punctual.
- Possession
of computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Willingness
to work independently and as a team member with CCE staff, certain Cornell
Faculty, cooperating and organizations agencies, and the public.
- Ability
to work with a diversity of people of all ages and abilities.
- Ability
to work outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather, performing various field
activities.
- Ability
to perform physical tasks as required.
- Ability
to meet travel requirements associated with this position; valid NYS
driver’s license and personal vehicle for on the job transportation, 3
years driving experience and pass a motor vehicle screening.
- Ability
to meet acceptable background check standards.
- Ability
to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as
appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Current
enrollment in a college science, horticulture, or agriculture curriculum.
- Experience
with turf management.
- Familiarity
with turf grass pests, diseases, cultural issues, and weeds.
POSITION DETAILS:
Salary:
$16-17 per hour (25 hours per week)
Schedule: NON-EXEMPT –
TEMP: April 2024 – October, 2024
No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available
Last updated September 17, 2024
