Ornamental / Turf Pest Ctrl Tech

Overview

Ornamental / Turf Pest Control Technician at the University of New Mexico – Facilities Department. This position develops, implements, and works within an established Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program to maintain landscape health by controlling pests and undesirable plants across exterior areas of the university.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform pest and weed control for exterior areas using physical, chemical, mechanical, and biological methods, working with the IPM Technician and ACE-certified supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with chemical application policies, laws, and regulations; maintain detailed records to meet State, Federal, and University requirements.
• Identify pests and provide recommendations on treatments, adhering to IPM principles.
• Recommend procedural and maintenance changes to reduce pest presence on campus.
• Keep work areas, storage facilities, and equipment safe and operable, ensuring safety standards.
• Perform mixing, loading, application, and disposal of chemicals safely and efficiently; maintain accurate chemical inventories and manage procurement and disposal processes.
• Assist with interior pest management tasks when required.
• Participate in snow removal operations during winter months to maintain a safe campus environment.
• Perform other related duties to support the Grounds and Landscaping team.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 3 years of directly related experience. Certification / Licensure : State of New Mexico 3A Pesticide License in Ornamental and Turf Pest Control (Insecticides) and 3B Pesticide License in Ornamental and Turf Pest Control (Herbicides). Completion of degrees above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Conditions of Employment

Additional Requirements

Campus Main – Albuquerque, NM; Department FM Grounds (821C0); Employment Type : Staff; Regular Full-Time; Non-Exempt; Pay : $17.39 – $22.37 per hour; Benefits eligible. See the Benefits page for details.

Apply and Preferences

Applications are submitted through the official UNMJobs site. Provide at least three supervisory references, a resume detailing work history with dates, and a cover letter addressing how qualifications match the preferred qualifications.

Equal Opportunity and Background

The University of New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A pre-employment background check is required. For more information, review university policies on background checks and regular staff definitions.

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