Pest Control/Heat Treatment Operator Full-time Job

POSITION SUMMARY

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.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. 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);
• Set up heaters, fans, extension cords, main generator cable and remote temperature sensors;
• Operate and monitor 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;
• Turn on and off diesel generator;
• Enter 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;
• May 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;
• As required operates the Employer's vehicle including trailers and loads/unloads tools, materials and/or equipment;
• Required to utilize tact and diplomacy in possible tenant interaction. Refers tenants to other staff where appropriate; in some occasions may be required to exercise interpersonal and conflict resolution skills when dealing with the resident population.
• Applies pest control products as required and qualified.

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership. Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.
Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.
BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. But a job is more than a pay cheque. We also offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing theyve helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians. And while theyre here, employees can take advantage of many opportunities:
In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing.
Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars.
Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards.
Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program!).
An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.
Participation in community and charitable events.