Integrated Pest Manager

Job Description

There's so much to love in Yosemite National Park – the ultimate outdoor playground – year-round. Be part of the Yosemite experience! Live, work, and play at historic properties like The Ahwahnee, Yosemite Valley Lodge, Wawona Hotel, Curry Village, White Wolf Lodge, Tuolumne Meadows and more! Expand your career, cultivate environmental stewardship, and explore your personal interests. Located in Central California in the Sierra Mountains, 4 hours east of San Francisco. The idea of National Parks began here when Abraham Lincoln signed the Yosemite Land Grant on June 30, 1864, during the Civil War. This was the first time the government signed the protection of public lands into public policy based on natural beauty and preservation for future generations.

The Pest Manager is responsible for administering and overseeing an effective, long-term and environmentally sensitive approach to pest management.  The Pest Manager is responsible for critical aspects of the IPM program including facility inspection, trapping, documentation, and interaction with the National Park Service’s Wildlife office and IPM coordinator. This role is responsible for the continuous development and administration of sustainable systems, programs and procedures to complement and enhance the existing IPM program such as rodent abatement.  These programs will include action thresholds, pest identification and monitoring, prevention, and control.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $70,304.00 to $90,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Responsibilities

• Develops action thresholds for specific aspects of the IPM program and communicates thresholds to key stakeholders. 
• Administers corrective counseling as needed.
• This position reports to the Environmental Manager.
• May be required to use different personal protective equipment such as respirator, bee suit, Tyvek suit, gloves, etc.
• Willing to work in outdoor conditions including around dirt, dust, must, in extreme heat, snow, rain and other weather conditions.
• Comfortable working around and near wildlife, including bears, rodents, spider, ants, squirrels, marmots, deer, and more.
• A background check is required for this position
• Have a current and valid US Driver’s License with ability to pass a MVR to be able to operate company vehicles
• Able to pass a respirator fit test and use a respirator
• Key responsibilities are divided into 4 major function areas as outlined below:
  • Measure Pest Activity (10 % of time spent):  Measures pest activity through both site inspections and review of documentation associated with trapping to determine effectiveness of exclusion and abatement efforts, then provides recommendations to key stakeholders to address deficiencies. Communicate/ report to NPS and CDPH weekly and attend parks quarterly IPM meeting & YBC Monthly Meeting.
  • Facility Inspections and NPS Liaison (70 % of time spent): Conducts facility inspections for purposes of identifying structural deficiencies which could harbor pests or impede exclusion of pests from facilities.  Develops best practices for facility occupants to support pest abatement efforts, Work w/ NPS Wildlife on wildlife issues, trash issues at the units and trapping protocol. Track and report pesticide usage to NPS and all pesticide use proposals. Attend NPS wildlife trainings. Work with the pest contractor
  • Documentation (10 % of time spent): Develops and maintains documentation for IPM initiatives including disseminating information to key stakeholders and preparing information for internal and external review.
  • Program Development (10 % of time spent): Develops rodent trapping programs for all work and housing areas and provides training, guidance and oversight of unit trapping programs including proper utilization of personal protective equipment (PPE).  Works with facility services, pest management vendors, subcontractors, and/or other resources to coordinate necessary repairs to facilities to meet exclusion requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree in biology, environmental sciences, wildlife behavior, or other applicable areas preferred.
• 2 years’ experience with Integrated Pest Management or similar pest control duties.
• Proficient in computer programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint or similar programs.
• Must have a general knowledge of IPM methods to control pests.
• Must be willing and able to become IPM certified through the National Park Service
• Strong organizational skills are desirable
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required

Education

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The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.