Pest Control And Spray Specialist

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Under the general supervision of the Manager of Grounds and Landscape Services and/or his designee, determines the need for and conducts operations related to the application of horticultural and pest control treatments to campus grounds and landscape and oversees maintenance, modification and replacements of the university irrigation systems.

• →Determines the needs for and conducts operations related to the application of horticultural and pest control treatments to campus grounds and landscape.
• →Responsible for the input and tracking of labor of pest services into famis software.  Responds to customer calls for work orders. Coordinates schedules of chemical treatments with various leads and campus departments. 
• →Dispense herbicides and train employees on the safe and effective means for application of chemical and herbicides. Maintain chemical use records and complete monthly reports of usage and applications of chemicals to the Department of pesticide regulation (DPR).

FM Grounds

Beach Building Services (BBS) at California State University Long Beach is dedicated to supporting the university by ensuring the safe operation, maintenance, and development of the campus. As a large, thriving department, BBS provides facilities based comprehensive support to the campus in the areas of academics, activities and event services. These facilities contribute to a well-rounded and enriching campus experience for students, faculty and staff.  BBS is proud to contribute to the dynamic and transformative educational and social events and programs that make CSU Long Beach one of the most sought-after institutions and a leader among the CSU campuses.

Departments within BBS:

• Environmental Health and Safety
• Energy and Utilities
• Facilities Operations (Service Response, Fiscal Operations, Payroll/Personnel, IT Services)
• Planning and Sustainability
• Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (Engineering, Fire Alarm, Electrical and Plumbing Shops)
• Building Trades (Lock, Sign, Carpentry, Paint and Auto Shops)
• Grounds and Landscaping Services
• Custodial Services
• Design and Construction Services

BBS is composed of talented and skilled employees and dedicated administrators who work hard and collaborate to achieve our mission to “Build a Better Campus Every day.”

1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.

This is a temporary position for 1 year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.

Pest Control And Spray Specialist

This position will possess extensive knowledge of integrated pest management, landscape maintenance, irrigation operations, and regulatory compliance, with demonstrated experience overseeing chemical application programs in a large and complex landscape environment. They will coordinate and schedule irrigation specialists and work closely with management and grounds staff to develop and implement treatment schedules for the safe and effective application of pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, plant growth regulators, and other treatment materials. The successful candidate will be skilled in identifying plant diseases, pest infestations, and weed conditions; selecting appropriate treatment methods; and applying chemicals in accordance with established schedules, environmental conditions, and all applicable county, state, federal, and university regulations. They will maintain and operate specialized spray equipment, manage chemical inventories and storage, supervise the use of restricted-use pesticides, and ensure accurate recordkeeping and reporting to regulatory agencies.

In addition, the ideal candidate will maintain a valid California Qualified Applicator License and demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and regulatory compliance. They will be capable of training staff in the safe and effective use of pesticides and assisting with a wide range of grounds maintenance activities, including planting, pruning, irrigation repairs, turf maintenance, landscape renovations, and tree installation and removal. The candidate will be proficient in operating landscape equipment, vehicles, and computerized work order systems, while accurately tracking labor, inspections, and operational data. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills are essential, as this individual will support campus events, emergencies, and special projects while helping ensure the campus landscape remains safe, healthy, attractive, and well maintained.

Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community.  Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures.  Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."

Equivalent to a high school diploma and two years of experience in the care and maintenance of landscaped areas or general grounds, with one year in specialized pest and/or spray control work required.

CA Driver's License and possession of the appropriate State of California license to perform pest control work required.

Qualified Applicator license of pesticides issued by The Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR). Category A - Residential, Industrial, and Institutional. Category B - Landscape Maintenance.  Category F – Aquatics preferred.

Click “Apply Now” to complete the CSULB Online Employment Application.

Please fill out the application completely. It is important that all sections of the online application are completed fully and accurately. Be sure to include all relevant education and experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

Medium work - Job involves lifting heavy weight objects (20-40 pounds) and/or 20% - 40% of the job involves standing, squatting, kneeling, or walking. May require pushing or pulling objects within the weight limits.

CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past 12 months.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.

Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.

California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Advertised: Aug 21 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Sep 11 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

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