Horticultural Exterminator (IPM) – Full Time

Anaheim, California
The Walt Disney Company
(Local, Southern California applicants sought – NO RELOCATION OFFERED.) The starting pay rate for this position is $21.77 per hour The primary role of Horticulture Integrated Pest Management Applicators is to identify and treat insect, disease, and fungus-related issues affecting the landscaping and ornamental horticulture of Disneyland Resort, including lawns, ground-covering plants, shrubs and hedges, trees, and other decorative plant displays. In addition, individuals in this position identify and treat structural-related pest problems. The applicator will determine and perform pest-management-related practices utilizing integrated pest management techniques. Responsibilities : Horticulture related pest-control duties include: + Identification of insects, rodents, and birds and maintain a practical knowledge of best control methods + Performing plant and plant-disease identification + Applying corrective measures to plant material as required General integrated pest-management responsibilities include: + Ensuring that all pest-control-related equipment (including rinsate collection and pesticide-warehouse facility) are maintained and in good working condition + Identifying insects, rodents, and birds that relate to ornamental and structural-pest control • Performing preventive maintenance of pest related problems + Planning and following a daily schedule + Maintaining “Disney Show” quality + Keeping the inside of vehicles clean, organized and restocked + Keeping the back-of-house areas in compliance with Disneyland Resort standards Basic Qualifications : Schedule Availability Must be open to any shift (1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift) including holidays, with any combination of days off Technical Skills, Abilities and Experience + California Qualified Applicator License or Certificate + Strong knowledge of plant, insect, weed, and disease identification + Plant-identification ability + Working knowledge of: – Soils and fertilizers – Cultural principals for optimum-plant health – Beneficial insects/entomology, and soil chemistry + Experience with spray equipment and application of pesticides + Branch 2 Field Representative or the ability to acquire is necessary + Branch 3 Field Representative or the ability to acquire is necessary Preferred Qualifications: + Knowledge of structures and building construction Preferred Education : + Degree in Horticulture, Entomology, Soil Science, or equivalent Additional Information : Individuals assigned to the Horticulture Integrated Pest Management Applicator (Horticulture Exterminator) position are required to attend an annual Hearing Conservation Training class and Respiratory Protection Training class. They are also required to submit to an annual medical evaluation, fit test, audiometric exam and a semi-annual blood cholinesterase test. Keyword: DLR CASTING, dlrcasting Job ID: 948426BR Location: Anaheim,California Job Posting Company: Disney Parks, Experiences and Products The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.