Mosquito Surveillance Technician- Seasonal
General Purpose
To carry out routine assignments and related operations in mosquito vector control and as required under supervision.
Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities
· Inspect and make appropriate treatments of designated mosquito breeding locations as directed
· Maintain an awareness of irrigation patterns and practices in assigned area
· Dig and clean drainage channels, cut vegetation and perform other labor in source reduction
· Make light trap collections and bite counts (at dusk, as required and designated by the Supervisors)
· Keep accurate inspection and treatment records of work performed
· Maintain assigned equipment and vehicle in a clean and professional appearance, report deficiencies in equipment or vehicle to Supervisor or Managers
· Keep District buildings and grounds in a clean and orderly condition
· Do 'housekeeping' and perform simple building and equipment repairs as instructed
· Assist in receiving and maintaining stock inventories
· Attend all required training sessions
Education and Experience
· Education equivalent to high school diploma (appropriate work experience which will develop a level of achievement and literacy equivalent to a high school education may be substituted for the required education)
· Should have or be trained to have a working knowledge and understanding of:
o Proper safety precautions and use of insecticides being used by the District
o Mosquito developmental time under prevailing temperatures
o Mosquito larval habitats
o Proper application techniques of mosquito larval surveillance and treatments
Key Competencies & Licenses
· Work dependably and cooperatively with others
· Maintain and appreciate safety precautions
· Learn to operate specialized equipment
· Exercise independent judgment
· Work outdoors in difficult terrain and weather conditions
· Must be physically able and willing to do heavy physical labor
· A valid Utah Motor Vehicle Operators License with an good driving record
Employment Length:
This Job Is:
- Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
- A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
- A good job for someone just entering the workforce or returning to the workforce with limited experience and education
- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
Work Remotely
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
- Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
- Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
- Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
- Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
- Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Washington County, UT (Required)
Work Location: On the road
