Exterminator - (Temp. due to Exam)

Exterminator - (Temp. due to Exam)

GENERAL DUTIES

Under general supervision, performs work in the prevention, control and elimination of insects, vermin and other pests from buildings and surrounding areas; performs related work.

• Inspects areas of infestation.
• Uses the most effective insecticides, rodenticides, baits, traps, etc. for exterminating pests as required.
• Selects and prepares poisonous insecticides, rodenticides, etc. used in exterminating.
• Prepares reports as required, including records of equipment usage, work schedules, and exterminating operations performed.
• May drive a motor vehicle.

CONTRACT TITLE

Exterminator

FLSA

Non-exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

The main campus of The City College of New York encompasses 37 tree-lined acres extending from 133rd Street to 140th Street in Harlem. The campus includes 15 College buildings, a modern research facilities on South Campus, and five landmark Neo-Gothic buildings designed by George Browne Post at the north end of the campus.

The Exterminator will support pest-management operations across CCNY’s historic and modern campus facilities, including academic buildings, administrative offices, teaching and research laboratories, food-service areas and assembly spaces, mechanical and utility areas, landscaped grounds, and other College-controlled locations. The position will provide consistent on-site coverage, support preventive treatment programs, and respond promptly to reported pest conditions.

Campus-specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, grounds, loading areas, waste-storage locations, mechanical spaces, kitchens, laboratories, offices, classrooms, and other assigned areas to identify pest activity and conditions that may contribute to infestation.
• Develop and carry out preventive pest-management activities, including monitoring, treatment, follow-up inspections, and corrective recommendations.
• Respond to pest-control service requests and emerging conditions throughout the campus, including situations requiring prompt or same-day attention.
• Apply approved pest-control products in accordance with product labeling, applicable licensing requirements, established safety practices, and College procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, treatments, products used, service locations, observed conditions, and required follow-up actions.
• Identify and report building, sanitation, waste-management, drainage, moisture, landscaping, or maintenance conditions that may contribute to pest activity.
• Recommend appropriate corrective measures, including sealing gaps and penetrations, installing or repairing door sweeps, correcting leaks or standing - water conditions, improving sanitation, reducing clutter, and addressing pest harborge areas.
• Coordinate with Facilities Management, custodial services, grounds personnel, building occupants, laboratory representatives, food-service operators, and other campus stakeholders when pest-control work affects occupied or specialized spaces.
• Provide pest-management support for highly specialized campus environments, including teaching and research laboratories, computer facilities, public assembly areas, performance spaces, and other sensitive locations identified in the College’s comparable campus posting.
• Assist Facilities and grounds personnel with landscaping needs associated with weed control, including the treatment of weeds in planting beds, paved areas, fence lines, building perimeters, and other designated exterior locations.
• Apply approved herbicides when assigned and legally authorized, in accordance with product labeling, licensing or certification requirements, environmental and safety precautions, and College procedures. Coordinate applications to protect students, employees, visitors, landscaping, and adjacent occupied areas.
• Store, transport handle, and dispose of pest-control products, herbicides, containers and related materials in accordance with applicable requirements and College procedures.
• Use required personal protective equipment and follow applicable safety precautions during inspections, treatments, cleanup activities, and work in mechanical, laboratory, exterior, or otherwise hazardous locations.
• Immediately report spills, unintended exposures, unsafe conditions, product misapplications, damaged pest-control devices, or other incidents requiring supervisory or EHOS review
• Support nonchemical weed-management activities, including identifying problem areas, assisting with targeted weed removal, and reporting exterior conditions requiring additional grounds or maintenance attention.
• Assist with related facilities and maintenance duties consistent with the position’s classification, operational needs, training, and licensing.
• Contribute to institutional knowledge by documenting recurring conditions, treatment history, effective preventive measures, and campus areas requiring continued monitoring.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A valid Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certificate for Industrial, Institutional, Structural and Rodent Control (7A) issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.

The certificate must be maintained for the duration of employment.

English Language Proficiency: Demonstrated English language proficiency, including the ability to speak, read, write and understand English well enough to meet minimally acceptable performance standards set for job tasks.

Note: A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York, may be required for certain positions. If you have moving violations, license suspension(s) or an accident record, you may be disqualified. If appointed to a position requiring a Motor Vehicle Driver License, this license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

COMPENSATION

New Hire Rate - $39,922

Incumbent Rate - $42,596

**** This amount reflects a 13% salary suppression in effect for the first 24 months of employment only**

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are viewing this job posting externally, please apply as follows:

-Go to www.cuny.edu and click on "Employment"

-Click on "Employment"

-Click on "More options to search for CUNY jobs"

-Search for Job Opening ID number 32927

-Click on the Apply Now button and follow the instructions.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Only applicants who meet the qualification requirements and who applied for the Exterminator (CUNY), Exam #7035 , will be considered. This position is a temporary to permanent position. The selected candidate must pass the civil service examination and be reachable on the civil service eligible list from Exterminator (CUNY), Exam #7035 , within 60 days of list establishment. If the selected candidate’s name does not appear on the eligible list or if the selected candidate’s name is not reachable on the eligible list within 60 days of list establishment, the appointment must be terminated, as per NYS civil service law.

CLOSING DATE

November 26, 2026

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID: 32927

Location: City College of New York