Duties
The purpose of this position is to perform pest control tasks for the Dover AFB Golf Course. Dusts, sprays, and fogs pesticides, herbicides and insecticides to control pests common to this geographical area on the Golf Course, such as ants, army worms, wasps, sod web worms, beetles, grubs, mole crickets, and other turf injuring or disease carrying insects found in buildings, warehouses, as well as a variety of lawn, bush, and tree insects. Sets out traps, pellets, and other various types of bait/traps to catch rodents, and muskrats. Applies restricted used pesticides, for weed and ground control around the Golf Course. Selects, mixes, and applies herbicides to the areas of foliage to kill or prevent the growth of noxious plant life and weeds. Selects, mixes, and applies solutions, emulsions, suspensions, dust, and baits of varying percentages from concentrates or technical grade materials. Performs arithmetic calculations to determine rate, use and quantity of pesticides, and to mix and apply pesticides using specific product label instructions to adhere to legally mandated requirements and to avoid misapplications which can present hazards to human health and environment. Exercises caution and consideration in disbursing pesticides in areas where contamination or damage to property is likely or frequented by personnel, domestic animals or desirable wildlife. Wears such protective devices as respirators, ear protectors, eye guards, goggles, face shields, coats, and overalls. Cleans/changes daily. This position will do pest control 55% of the year. Incumbent will be required to do other Golf Course related operations as needed, depending upon manpower available to accomplish missions of objectives. 45% of the yearly operation will be, but not limited to, operating equipment for cutting greens, cutting greens on weekends on a rotating basis, cutting tees, moving cups, cutting banks, verti-cutting, aerifying, gang mowers, weed whackers, tractors with different types of attachments or any other turf equipment which might be required to complete the mission or objective. Golf Course personnel will train operator on all equipment before operation of any equipment required to perform these duties. This individual will also be required to assist the irrigation specialist in repairs to the irrigation system. A limited ability to perform plumbing repairs is essential. Assist in performing operation check of the irrigation heads to establish times and operating modes are adequate. Performs operator maintenance on application equipment, such as changing nozzles, valves, and hoses. Lubricates motors, pumps, and agitators, using hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, and screwdrivers. Maintains daily records of pesticides used and the pest control work accomplished, keeps records of inventory of chemicals and adjusts records accordingly as chemicals are used. Performs other related duties as assigned.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12693469
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
- Physical requirements includes lifting up to 100 pounds.
- Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent of this position will be subject to and must consent to a pre-employment and random drug testing.
Qualifications
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 03/04/2025
Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience:
Experience which provided a knowledge of the methods employed in the location, recognition, control, and prevention of common pests to this area, ornamental and turf plant pests. Ability to perform arithmetic computations to properly mix and apply chemicals. Ability to use a variety of common hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, and screwdrivers. Ability to distinguish different colors as spraying is done with marking colorant. Must be able to pass appropriate DE state certification tests required for applicators within 6 months. Physical requirement includes lifting up to 100 pounds. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be at least 18 years old. "This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use." Must be able to satisfactorily complete a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI).
Education
This position does not have an education qualification requirement.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.
Required Documents
Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:
Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:
- Cover Letter
- DD-214/ Statement of Service
- Diploma/ GED
- Disability Letter (VA)
- License
- Other (1)
- Other (2)
- PCS Orders
- Professional Certification
- Proof of Marriage Status
- Resume
- Separation Notice (RIF)
- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
- Transcript
As described above, your
complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.
How to Apply
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/04/2025 to receive consideration.
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Next steps
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