Seasonal Mosquito Control Technician Assistant

Performs specialized technical work in mosquito control primarily performing daily surveillance, chicken care, and basic maintenance of equipment. May occasionally perform truck spraying. Maximum of 32 hours during the season (April-November).

This is a part time, seasonal position and will remain open until filled. The following statements describe the principal functions of this job and its scope of responsibility but shall not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.   Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including working in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

Surveillance
     •Sets and retrieves various types of traps throughout the county.
     •Maintains traps in good working condition.
     •Prepares dry ice and emulsions used for baiting traps.
     •Cares for chickens used for disease detection, cleans coups.
     •Assists with taking chicken sera samples.
Miscellaneous
     •Performs basic maintenance and/or repair to equipment.
     •Assists technicians with other mosquito control activities.
     •Performs ground adulticiding with a spray-mounted county truck to control adult mosquitoes
     •Other tasks as assigned.

Emergency Response 
County employees are required to report for work during a state of emergency and are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations which may include duties other than those specified in this job description. Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Experience: Education, training, or experience which provides the knowledge, abilities and skills needed for this position.
• License: Requires a driver’s license and good driving record.
• This position is subject to the Hepatitis B Vaccine and other vaccines as necessary.

A combination of education, training and experience may be substituted at the County's discretion.

Required Competencies

• Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions.
• Ability to learn and use tablets for data collection.
• Ability to keep accurate records pertaining to work performed.
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate truck-mounted mobile spray units.
• Ability to perform the necessary physical work involved in Mosquito Control.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of small engine equipment.

Physical Demands

• Stooping, crouching, walking, sitting, pulling, lifting 10 to 50 pounds, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, digging, bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, repetitive motions, depth perception.

Environmental Conditions

• Outdoor work with constant exposure to insects, reptiles, changes in temperature, humidity, exposure to irregular surfaces, exposure to chemicals, moving machinery, excessive noise levels, odors, slippery surfaces, and moving objects. 

Equipment Used

• Operates County gasoline, diesel, and electric equipment including but not limited to pick-up trucks, trailers, pumps, sprayers, blowers, fish traps, mosquito traps, and pesticide equipment necessary for the control of targeted species.
• Ability to wear for extended periods of time required safety equipment (approved) such as hard hat, rubber boots, rubber gloves, leather gloves, hearing protection, safety glasses/face shield, traffic safety vest, and vehicle seat belt.

 
Grade: Seasonal/Temp 
     Salary Disclosure: Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity.
 
VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Hernando County BOCC provides to veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.
 
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 All applications will be carefully reviewed to evaluate qualifications and overall suitability for the position. The relevance, scope, and length of related work experience, training, and education outlined in the application and resume will be considered during the screening process. Selected applicants will be contacted to participate in interviews. Candidates are encouraged to clearly document all pertinent experience, including relevant knowledge, skills, or abilities gained outside of traditional employment, in the additional information section of the application.
 
Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, gender, orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected characteristic as defined by law.

Hernando County is a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to drug testing in accordance with Federal and Florida State Law. 

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must provide notification to the BOCC in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation