Summary Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. About the Position: This position is with: - US ARMY IMCOM - JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD - DIRECTORATE OF PUBLIC WORKS - OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE DIVISION - BLDG&GROUND BR, RDS/EQMT/PEST/GRNDS - JBLM, WA Responsibilities Determine the scope of infestation and exterminates a wide variety of insect and animal pests. Follow written instructions on labels and apply formulas in order to mix chemicals to proper strength. Ability to determine proper amounts of chemicals to be mixed based on the size of the area to be treated. Utilize equipment such as power and gas operated sprayers, dusters, ultra-low volume and tractor sprayers. Follow Federal and State requirements relating to pesticide and herbicide use and safety standards. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army) Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI) Non-Department of Defense (DoD) Transfer People with Disabilities, Schedule A Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Reinstatement Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA) In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. WG-07, Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an Pest Controller without more than normal supervision. Determine and mix the proper strength and amount of chemicals based on the size of the area to be treated, with guidance and instruction from journey-level employee or a supervisor. I have the ability to determine the nature and scope of infestation in order to identify hazards to structures; adhere to Federal and State laws in relation to mixing, apply and dispose of restricted use pesticides; change nozzles, valves, or hoses on equipment using wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, or similar hand tools, and have the ability to assist in operator maintenance on application equipment as required under close supervision. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. WG-09, Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an Pest Controller without more than normal supervision. Determine and mix the proper strength and amount of chemicals based on the size of the area to be treated. I have the ability to determine the nature and scope of infestation in order to identify hazards to structures; interpret Federal and State laws in relation to mixing, apply and dispose of restricted use pesticides; determine appropriate tools to use such as hand, power and gas operated sprayers, dusters and tractor sprayers, depending on the type of extermination that is required, and have the ability to perform operator maintenance on application equipment as required. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Efforts: Frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally heavier. Work requires frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions for extended periods. Moves equipment and furniture as required. Working Conditions: Work is performed both inside and outside. When working outside is often exposed to hot sun for extended periods of time and occasionally to bad weather. Inside work is often performed in structural areas with minimum ventilation and/or limited access. Exposed to dust, dirt, toxic vapors, liquids, powders; infestation of pests that carry diseases; cuts bruises, insect bites and stings. Mixes and applies pesticides and herbicides while wearing respirators, gloves and other personal protective equipment designed to nullify the risk of exposure to toxic dust and sprays which might damage health. Damage to health may occur if appropriate safety procedures are not followed. May be exposed to poisonous insects and plants and to wild and rabid animals. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Ability to Inspect Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Dexterity and Safety Knowledge of Materials Use of Measuring Instruments Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (WG-5 or 7). Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional Information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. Student Loan repayment MAYBE authorized. Salary negotiations for new to federal service MAYBE authorized. Credit for prior non-federal work experience and certain military service determining annual leave accrual rate MAYBE authorized. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct deposit of pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a FC16 - Engineers & Scientists (Non-Construction) Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.