Lead Pest Control Technician

Full Time Regular Management Omaha, NE, US

Join our Team at the Omaha Housing Authority!

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the community? Do you thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment? The Omaha Housing Authority (OHA) is seeking a knowledgeable, organized, and motivated Lead Pest Control Technician to join our team! In this leadership role, you will guide and support a team of technicians while helping advance our mission of providing safe, sanitary, and affordable housing for our community.

Founded in 1935, the Omaha Housing Authority is a nonprofit government agency committed to enhancing the quality of life for low and moderate-income individuals. With over 2,700 public housing units and up to 4,300 Housing Choice (Section
8) Vouchers, we work diligently to ensure our residents have access to safe, sanitary, and affordable housing.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 17 paid holidays, including your birthday, a floating holiday, and a self-care day
• 12 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave per year
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits start the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Life Insurance, Health & Dependent Care FSA, Met Life Voluntary Insurance, and Pet Insurance
• 401(a) retirement plan with a 5.5% match and 457 compensation plan

• We Are One Team: We rely on one another and succeed together.
• We Build Trust:We communicate clearly, follow through, and hold ourselves accountable.
• We Foster Belonging:Every person feels respected, safe, and valued.
• We are Welcoming: We approach others with kindness and professionalism.
• We Listen to Understand:We give our full attention and seek shared understanding.
• We De-Escalate with Empathy:We respond to conflict with calm, compassion, and respect.
• We Deliver Excellence: We provide safe, stable housing and exceptional service.
• We Practice Self-Care: We manage our wellbeing so we can serve effectively.
• We Share Power: We involve residents and employees in shaping our work.

$46,195 - $63,858

The Lead Pest Control Technician is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing pest control operations across OHA properties, including towers, scattered sites, and administrative locations. This position provides operational leadership, staff supervision, and technical expertise to ensure pest control services are performed effectively, safely, and in compliance with OHA policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

The role includes direct service delivery, quality control oversight, staff training, inventory management, and ensuring consistent and timely pest mitigation services for residents and facilities.

• Provide leadership, direction, training, and supervision to pest control staff to ensure high-quality performance and regulatory compliance.
• Establish work priorities, assign duties, and manage staff schedules, including development of monthly service schedules.
• Conduct regular staff meetings and individual supervisory sessions; provide coaching, evaluate performance, and disciplinary actions in accordance with OHA policies.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and accountable work environment, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Perform pest control services at OHA developments, including inspection, treatment, re-inspection, and prevention of infestations.
• Identify infestation sources and determine appropriate treatment methods using chemical and mechanical means.
• Apply pesticides safely through spraying, dusting, baiting, or trapping methods; ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Perform scheduled and on-demand service calls, including semi-annual services at scattered site locations.
• Prepare required resident notices and distribute them within required timelines.

• Ensure work orders are properly generated, assigned, completed, documented, and closed in a timely manner.
• Conduct quality control inspections and follow up to verify effectiveness of pest treatments.
• Implement pest control procedures and…