Seasonal Vector Control Tech 1

No Phone Calls Please - Open to Local Candidates only; Tulare and Kings Counties

Seasonal Positions Available: Mosquito Season, April to November. May vary depending on weather conditions.

For more information and detailed job descriptions please visit our website at https://deltamvcd.org/about-us/employment-opportunities/

Definition: Under supervision, inspects properties for mosquito sources, monitors sources for the presence of mosquito life stages, uses a variety of control methods to prevent mosquitoes from hatching into biting adults, maintains assigned equipment and other workspace, and completes other related tasks that support the District mission as required.

Position Status: This is a temporary, at-will and non-benefited position. Assignment to this position can not exceed 1,000 hours in a fiscal year.

Essential Functions:
Under supervision, the Vector Control Technician I carries out assignments as trained, the details of which have been planned and organized by supervisory staff. Work is performed in accordance with established methods and safety protocols. Work assignments are accompanied by oral or written instructions.

The Vector Control Technician I inspects public, residential, and commercial properties for the presence of standing water; samples sources of standing water for the presence of mosquito developmental stages; and uses physical, chemical, and biological control methods to suppress mosquito population abundance. Technicians are responsible for cleaning, general maintenance, and simple repair of their assigned equipment and general work spaces. Vector control must
technicians interact with members of the public in a calm, courteous, and professional manner.

Vector Control Technicians use mobile data collection devices to accurately record daily activities relating to property and source inspections, control activities, safety inspections, and other activities. Technicians use a combination of mobile mapping applications, such as Google or Apple maps, and paper maps to safely navigate to locations throughout the District. He/She is required to manage time effectively in the field, using the mobile data collection device.

Vector Control Technicians must safely drive motor vehicles on public and private roads and operate hand and power spraying equipment. The individual is expected to maintain a clean and safe work vehicle and to maintain other equipment appropriately. Mechanical issues with their assigned motor vehicle or other equipment are promptly reported to supervisors. The individual must follow all safety policies and wear appropriate protective equipment as required by Federal, State, Local, and District policies and regulations. Technicians assist in maintaining a clean and organized workplace, which includes disinfecting work counters, sweeping, mopping, taking out trash, organizing, and other necessary District activities. Appropriate protective equipment is supplied for all activities.

Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
Knowledge of:

• Standard vehicle operation including observing legal and defensive driving practices.
• Reading, writing, and oral communication.
• Time management and working independently as well as cooperatively with others.
• Mobile phone, tablet, and/or laptop operations.
• Basic mathematical operations.
• General biology.
• Accurate recordkeeping.

Skilled in:

• Use of mobile phone, tablet, and/or laptop.
• Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Ability to:

• Understand Safety Data Sheets and pesticide label information.
• Learn basic mosquito life cycles and to make field identifications of genera and life

stages.

• Complete daily vehicle safety inspection, fuel vehicle, and maintain a clean, organized work vehicle.
• Learn how to safely operate a manual transmission vehicle and hand or power spraying equipment, and pesticide equipment.
• Make accurate observations and maintain detailed records, field notes, and maps.
• Accurately record data using a mobile device.
• Navigate to various locations using a mobile device.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions including those in text, diagram, or schedule form.
• Accurately calculate, measure, and apply pesticides according to instructions and EPA product labels.
• Relate concepts such as rate, ratio, percentages, area, and volume to practical situations
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with the public and fellow employees.
• Perform moderate to heavy physical labor frequently in temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Work independently and responsibly to complete assigned activities in a timely manner without direct supervision.
• Correctly use personal protective equipment.

Licenses, certificates, and other special requirements:

• Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license with a good driving record during the entire time of employment. Employees are enrolled in the DMV Pull Notice Program.
• Must qualify for insurance coverage by the District’s insurance carrier. No major violations and no more than 3 points in a 12 month period, 5 in a 24 month, or 7 in a 36 month period on driving record. A DMV printout is required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical examination and drug screening paid for by the District.

Must have a valid California driver’s license with a good driving record and be insurable using the accepted guidelines of the insurance provider. DMV printout required.

Successful completion of pre-employment physical examination and drug screening

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $18.13 - $22.64 per hour

Application Question(s):

• This position involves working outdoors in hot weather, around standing water, insects, rough terrain, and unpleasant conditions such as trash, mud, or strong odors.

Please describe any past work, school, sports, or life experience that shows you can work in these kinds of conditions.

• This job requires technicians to write clear field notes that other staff will rely on.

Please write a short example of a field note describing a situation where you found a problem, what you observed, and what action you took.
(It does not need to be mosquito-related, any real situation is fine.)

• This job requires speaking with residents, farmers, and business owners in a professional manner, even when they are frustrated.

Describe a time when you had to deal with a difficult person.
What did you do, and what was the result?

• You arrive at a property to inspect for mosquitoes and find standing water in several places.

You are not sure which one is causing the problem.
Explain what steps you would take to figure it out.

• Are you able to start your 8 hour work shift between 6:00am to 7:30am Monday through Friday? (shift start times are dependent on manager and job tasks)
• Have you read the full job description on "https://deltamvcd.org/about-us/employment-opportunities/"?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $23