Virginia Beach, VA · On-site
$12/hr
Apply pesticide to rid grounds of pests such as mosquitos, wasps, ticks, and others. Apply fertilizer to ground to enhance growth. Shovel snow from walkways and sprinkle ice down to keep people from ...
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Virginia Beach, VA · On-site
$12/hr
Apply pesticide to rid grounds of pests such as mosquitos, wasps, ticks, and others. Apply fertilizer to ground to enhance growth. Shovel snow from walkways and sprinkle ice down to keep people from ...
Virginia Beach, VA · On-site
$12/hr
Apply pesticide to rid grounds of pests such as mosquitos, wasps, ticks, and others. Apply fertilizer to ground to enhance growth. Shovel snow from walkways and sprinkle ice down to keep people from ...
Quick apply
Virginia Beach, VA · On-site
$12/hr
Apply pesticide to rid grounds of pests such as mosquitos, wasps, ticks, and others. Apply fertilizer to ground to enhance growth. Shovel snow from walkways and sprinkle ice down to keep people from ...
Locate and eliminate entry points for pests, including bats, squirrels, mice, bees, wasps, and ants. * Repair bathroom partitions * Respond to emergencies, including floods, roof leaks, broken ...
Locate and eliminate entry points for pests, including bats, squirrels, mice, bees, wasps, and ants. * Repair bathroom partitions * Respond to emergencies, including floods, roof leaks, broken ...
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A wasp's job in nature varies by species but generally includes pollination, hunting pests, and colony maintenance. Social wasps, like yellow jackets, have roles such as workers, drones, and queens. Workers forage for food, care for larvae, and protect the nest, while the queen lays eggs. Solitary wasps, on the other hand, hunt and provide food for their young without forming large colonies. Their roles contribute to maintaining ecological balance by controlling insect populations and assisting in plant pollination.
| Aspect | Wasps | Pest Control Technicians |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | May require specific certifications for handling wasp nests | Often require pest control licenses and certifications |
| Work Environment | Outdoor, involving nests in trees, eaves, or ground | Indoor and outdoor, treating various pests including wasps |
| Industry Usage | Specialized in wasp removal and nest elimination | Broader role covering multiple pests including wasps |
While Wasps focus specifically on removing and managing wasp nests, Pest Control Technicians handle a wide range of pests, including wasps. Both roles often require similar certifications and work in outdoor environments, but Pest Control Technicians have a broader scope of responsibilities across different pests.
$12/hr
Full-time
Retirement
Posted 14 days ago
Job Summary
Responsible for the cultivation and care of the landscaping and grounds surrounding a business or building. Plants flowers, mows, pulls weeds, repairs structures, and maintains outside of building.
Primary Responsibilities
Perform groundskeeping and building maintenance duties.
Mow lawn either by hand or using a riding lawnmower.
Cut lawn using hand, power or riding mower and trim and edge around walks, flower beds, and walls.
Landscape by planting flowers, grass, shrubs, and bushes.
Apply pesticide to rid grounds of pests such as mosquitos, wasps, ticks, and others.
Apply fertilizer to ground to enhance growth.
Shovel snow from walkways and sprinkle ice down to keep people from falling.
Perform routine maintenance duties such as applying plaster, fixing fountains, and other duties.
Sweep walkway of debris.
Cut down tree limbs that are posing a danger.
Trim shrubs and pull weeds.
Perform minor repairs and maintenance procedures on equipment utilized in groundskeeping.
Install lawn furniture.
Rake, mulch, and prune the grounds as needed.
Install rock, cement, lighting, water, and furniture.
Water plants and grass as needed and apply fertilizer.
