Pest Controller jobs in La Crosse, WI

PEST CONTROLLER LEAD | YUKON MANAGEMENT, LLC

JOB OVERVIEW

Yukon Management, LLC (YML) is seeking a Pest Controller Lead to join our team in Ft. McCoy, WI. The Pest Controller Lead inspects, identifies, prevents, treats, controls or eliminates insects, organisms, rodents, and invertebrate pests to prevent unacceptable damage to property or presenting a potential threat to human health and well-being. This position ensures that only approved pesticides are used in the execution of pest management.

The rate of pay is $33.80-$34.80 per hour a $9.72 health and welfare benefit (per hours paid) that is contributed into the medical insurance plan. Benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave (3.33 hours each pay period), and a pension contribution of $2.50 per hours paid (up to 40 hours per week). The pension contribution applies to new hires after 90 days.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Control of vegetation and invasive plant species in and along fence lines, parking lots, fields, natural areas, railroad rights-of-way, target pits/firing ranges, fuel depots, and other locations as required
• Safe mixing, transport, and application of pesticides
• Record keeping/data collection/data entry
• Operate and maintain equipment to include but not limited to pickup trucks, trailers, UTVs, mounted spray equipment, tanks, pumps, backpack sprayers, and other application apparatus
• Responsible for the performance of the work listed in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) of the Pest Management Services contract
• Leads the Pest Control team
• Perform incidental tasks related to the position as well as various duties, as assigned, to support the overall objectives/goals of the team while maintaining a positive attitude

REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess valid driver's license
• Must have or obtain valid State of Wisconsin pesticide applicator's license (minimum certification category 6 Right-of Way/Natural Areas) within first 2 weeks of employment
• Able to use a variety of spray equipment and manual tools
• Proficient in Microsoft products such as Word and Excel
• Proficient in Adobe
• Knowledgeable in internet research and data entry
• Must possess professional public contact skills
• Basic map reading/aerial photo interpretation
• Proper use of cellular and two-way radio communication
• Ability to perform strenuous physical and manual tasks in an outdoor environment for long hours in the field, including but not limited to the ability to stand, walk, and kneel
• Be able and willing to adjust daily schedule due to conflicts in weather or training to include working weekends
• Be able to work independently and part of a team
• Willing to use required PPE and follow company and US Army safety protocols
• Maintain professional attitude and appearance
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

At YML, we empower our employees in their careers. When you work with us, we will encourage you to follow your passions, and we promise to be committed to your safety, well-being, and professional development.

We treat our team members well - because it's the right thing to do, and because it makes good business sense. At YML, you will contribute to our mission, making a difference in the lives of our Alaska Native shareholders community. We work with our clients to develop creative solutions with an emphasis on our respect for our land, culture, language, tradition, and one another.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The majority of work is performed in an outdoor setting and interfaces with a wide variety of people with differing functions, personalities and abilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

SEDENTARY WORK

Some tasks will be performed while sitting at a desk or a computer workstation.

SCREEN TIME

Extensive use of computer screens and keyboards may be required. The role involves working in various software applications and may require extended periods of screen time.

LIFTING & CARRYING

Some physical effort is required. The work requires routine walking, standing, bending and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds. Employee must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times.

MOBILITY

The employees will need to move around to attend meetings, access shared resources, and collaborate with team members.

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY

The company is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy working environment. All employees are expected to adhere to safety guidelines and report any safety concerns.

ACCOMMODATIONS

The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. Individuals with specific accommodation needs are encouraged to discuss them with the Human Resources Department.

ABOUT YUKON MANAGEMENT, LLC

Our parent company, Gana-A'Yoo, Limited is an Alaska Native-Owned Village Corporation serving its more than 2,000 Native shareholders and four villages located along the Yukon River. Alaska Native Corporations are the result of the passage of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, which was signed into law in 1971. The act was intended to resolve long-standing issues surrounding aboriginal land claims, to stimulate economic development throughout Alaska, as well as to settle land and financial claims.

As a historically nomadic people who relied on each other, the concept of sharing is essential in Athabascan tradition. For thousands of years small groups would band together to share resources, helping to ensure both the success and survival of the group. In the Koyukon Athabaskan language, Gana-A'Yoo means "friends together," which is reflected in our logomark's firm arm grip and the value we place on building long-term relationships.

This was the underlying sentiment in 1978 when the shareholders of the villages of Galena, Koyukuk, Nulato and Kaltag made the decision to join together as "friends" and merge into one for-profit village corporation. The company has strong social and cultural ties to its villages and is committed to meeting its economic, social, and cultural obligations to its shareholders.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

YML is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religious beliefs, age, disability, U.S veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.