Pest Controller at Value Seeds Limited

Details

• The Pest Controller will ensure that appropriate chemicals are sprayed to combat infestation or pest attacks, identify invading pests and ensure safety measures are observed during spraying application.

Job Description

• Spray chemical solutions, powders, and gases on or near farms or warehouse
• Identify invading pests, including rats, termites, snakes, wasps, ants, spiders, mosquitos, or bed bugs.
• Remove dead rodents after extermination.
• Ensure farm or building is empty when product is applied.
• Air out residence after application.
• Inspect property to ascertain wall and roof porosity and possible sites of pest invasion.
• Access infested locations.
• Pore pesticides over location.
• Clean and remove pesticides after application.
• Study preliminary reports and diagrams of infested area and determine treatment type required to eliminate and prevent recurrence of infestation.
• Measure area dimensions requiring treatment.
• Clean and remove blockages to facilitate application.
• Position and fasten edges of tarpaulins over building and tape vents to ensure air-tight environment and check for leaks.
• Manage workers involved in application.
• Check for possible leaks or exposure.
• Utilize appropriate protective gear and equipment during application.
• Power-spray chemicals onto surfaces.

Qualification
The candidate:

• Must have a B.Sc. or HND in an Agriculture related field. A degree in Pest Control and Management will be an added advantage
• At least 2 years working experience

Required Competencies:

• Good Communication Skill
• Professionalism
• Accuracy
• Stability and Agility
• Organisation
• Ability to drive
• Good and Timely Reporting
• Attention to Details
• Deadline-Oriented
• Confidentiality
• Time Management
• Team spirit.