Pest Control​/Heat Treatment Operator

PEST CONTROL/ HEAT TREATMENT OPERATOR
$28.14 (p/h)

Primary Function
Operates heat treatment and pest control equipment in the provision of effective treatment of bed bug and other pest infested areas on Commission-owned properties, including those operated by non-profit housing providers.

Job Duties and Tasks

Performs pest control heat treatment duties:

Follows safe work procedures at all times;

Ensures area or unit to be treated is prepared as per heat treatment preparation requirements and addresses any deficiencies prior to starting treatment (combustibles/garbage removed, clothing, furniture and other belongings moved to allow for proper operation of equipment, remove all perishable foods and unplug electronics, cover sprinkler heads and heat detectors, seal areas of potential heat loss, secure loose papers or other items that could be blown by high‑velocity fans);

Sets up heaters, fans, extension cords, main generator cable and remote temperature sensors;

Operates and monitors the equipment including both physically observing heat treatment equipment in heated suite (up to 57 °C or 135 °F) and remotely monitoring at a laptop computer;

Turns on and off diesel generator;

Enters suite throughout treatment day to move furniture, beds, box springs, clothing, drawers, heaters and fans as required for effective treatment;

Replaces tenant furniture to original location when treatment is completed;

Records data on a laptop and on paper forms;

Might explain pre‑ and post‑treatment instructions to tenants and deliver notices;

Performs safety check as required;

Performs other assigned duties as required and qualified;

Performs other pest control services as required and qualified;

Operates the Employer's vehicle including trailers and loads/unloads tools, materials and/or equipment as required;

Utilizes tact and diplomacy in possible tenant interaction; refers tenants to other staff where appropriate; may exercise interpersonal and conflict‑resolution skills when dealing with the resident population;

Applies pest control products as required and qualified.

BC Housing is committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace. All qualified individuals are welcome to apply, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities and all sexual orientations and gender identities. If accommodations are needed during the application or hiring process, please contact .

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