What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Mosquito Technician position at Allen County Government?
Department: Health - Vector Control FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Classification/Level: Seasonal Pay: $18/hour
Under the direction of the Environmental Services Director, the Seasonal Mosquito Technician is responsible for collecting mosquito samples, treating breeding sites, and setting up mosquito traps. This position is not covered as defined by The Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen Employee Handbook.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The Seasonal Mosquito Technician works in the field with exposure to temperature extremes having the ability to lift up to forty pounds with some bending, pushing and/or pulling loads, kneeling and climbing required with the ability to move around freely.
SUPERVISION:
None
LICENSING:
Valid Driver’s License to operate a County vehicle
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
Environmental Services Director
HOURS:
8:00 – 4:30 pm and as needed including the ability to perform night-time mosquito spraying, 37.5 hours per week
EEO CATEGORY:
0803
WORKERS’S COMP CODE:
9402
Please complete the application accurately and thoroughly. A resume is optional. Remember to save and submit your application. If applying for multiple positions, submit a separate application for each one. You'll receive an email confirmation once your application is received. Due to the high volume of applications, further communication will only occur if you're selected for an interview.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Accordingly, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, disability or medical condition, national origin, and veteran status, and all other categories protected by federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Reasonable accommodations for persons with a known disabling condition will be considered in accordance with State and Federal Law.
Classification/Level: Seasonal Pay: $18/hour
Under the direction of the Environmental Services Director, the Seasonal Mosquito Technician is responsible for collecting mosquito samples, treating breeding sites, and setting up mosquito traps. This position is not covered as defined by The Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen Employee Handbook.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Responds to public complaints concerning mosquitoes.
- Samples and treats bodies of water breeding mosquitoes and permanent mosquito breeding sites.
- Places and collects adult mosquito traps.
- Collects mosquito fish to provide to the public.
- Assists with night-time adult mosquito spraying when necessary.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Prior pest control experience preferred
- Must be eligible for employment May 4th through September 25th in order to be considered for this position. Local college students who apply will be considered if able to work a minimum of 20 hours a week (within work hours of 8 am – 4:30 pm Monday through Friday) during the months of August and September.
- Valid Driver’s License and a demonstrated safe driving record to operate a County owned vehicle
- Knowledge of public health laws, regulations and related operations, methods, principles and safety measures
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Ability to read a map to respond to public complaints as part of daily field duties
- Ability to effectively conduct field visits and resolve related situations, emergencies and/or problems
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of all Departmental records and information
The Seasonal Mosquito Technician works in the field with exposure to temperature extremes having the ability to lift up to forty pounds with some bending, pushing and/or pulling loads, kneeling and climbing required with the ability to move around freely.
SUPERVISION:
None
LICENSING:
Valid Driver’s License to operate a County vehicle
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
Environmental Services Director
HOURS:
8:00 – 4:30 pm and as needed including the ability to perform night-time mosquito spraying, 37.5 hours per week
EEO CATEGORY:
0803
WORKERS’S COMP CODE:
9402
Please complete the application accurately and thoroughly. A resume is optional. Remember to save and submit your application. If applying for multiple positions, submit a separate application for each one. You'll receive an email confirmation once your application is received. Due to the high volume of applications, further communication will only occur if you're selected for an interview.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Accordingly, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, disability or medical condition, national origin, and veteran status, and all other categories protected by federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. Reasonable accommodations for persons with a known disabling condition will be considered in accordance with State and Federal Law.
Salary : $18