Description
They may seem harmless, but insects, rodents and birds can significantly impair the operations on any Air Force base. It’s the responsibility of Pest Management specialists to take the necessary actions to control and prevent pest infestations. These professionals do everything from keeping bases free of pests that could carry debilitating infectious diseases to repelling birds from airfields to ensure safe takeoff and landings, protecting the health and safety of everyone on base.
Core Skills
- environmental risk assessment
- public health surveillance support
- data collection and reporting
- use of checklists and standard operating procedures
- incident response coordination
- hazard communication and reporting
- regulatory and policy compliance
- basic GIS and mapping interpretation
- logistics and route planning
- technical report writing
- stakeholder communication
- independent field operations
Common Certifications
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Safety
- Certified Pesticide Applicator License
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Certification
- Hazardous Materials Handling Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- PUBLIC HEALTH
- FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
- ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
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