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Intergrated Pest Management (IPM) & Plant Health Care (PHC) Technician

  • https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/22619
  • Norfolk, Virginia, United States
  • CARE & MAINT
  • Old Dominion University

Title: Intergrated Pest Management (IPM) & Plant Health Care (PHC) Technician

Agency: VP OF ADMIN AND FINANCE

Location: Norfolk, VA

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Hiring Range:

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Additional Detail


Job Description:
To properly maintain the landscape of the University to present a neat, clean and well maintained appearance. Participates in the IPM & PHC maintenance program to enhance aesthetics of campus grounds, infrastructure, gardens, and landscape. This will include the performance of grounds maintenance, operate grounds maintenance equipment such as truck with or without manual transmission, riding and push mowers, pesticide application equipment, tractors, and small powered equipment. This will also include horticulture practices such as mowing, weed control, turfgrass maintenance, planting, litter removal and other aspects associated with the upkeep of the landscape of the campus. Position is designated as "essential personnel" for emergency closing.
Minimum Qualifications:

Strong horticultural background in IPM & PHC programs for both turf and ornamental pest & aesthetics management. Working knowledge of sustainable land management and safe work practices. Have a positive attitude and an exceptional ability to get along with others.
Demonstrated ability to work in extreme heat or cold. Demonstrated ability to lift/move/carry 50 pounds many times per week. Demonstrated ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level appropriate to the duties of the position. Ability to work independently or with others.
Additional Considerations:

 

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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