Field Technician

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

This announcement is being distributed pursuant to Section 3.01 of the District Personnel Manual.

FIELD TECHNICIAN I

Final Filing Date: Open Until Filled.

Application Process

Interested individuals may download an application from the District website at

www.fightthebite.net/about/district-jobs/. Failure to fully complete an application and the

instructions in this job announcement may result in rejection from the process. Please mail all

application materials to:

Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District

Attn: Field Technician I

8631 Bond Road

Elk Grove, California 95624

(916)685-1022

Or

Submit by e-mail to Jobs@fightthebite.net. Please attach the

application materials as a Word or PDF file with the classification

title, Field Technician I, in the subject line. E-mailed applications

are not considered received until opened by District staff.

Please Note: Itis recommended that Applicants submit their application materials to the District as

soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed periodically and applicants will be notified of their

status in the recruitment process by e-mail and/or phone.

Job Description

Under the general direction of the Assistant Manager and direct supervision of the Field or

Fisheries Supervisor, this position performs inspections and control operations or other related or

specialized services in an assigned crew within the Control Operations department for the

Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District.

The Field Technician I is the entry level class of the Field Technician series. Incumbents may

advance to the Field Technician II class and pay scale after two (2) years as a Field Technician I

and successfully obtaining certification in categories A, B, C and D of the Mosquito Control

Technician certification.

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Illustrative tasks for this class include, but are not limited to, the following:

Surveys assigned area or zone for vector breeding sources, such as, but not limited to, catch

basins, swimming pools, septic tanks, dairy facilities, fields, and pastures; maintains an awareness

of irrigation and flooding patterns and other factors conducive to vector breeding; performs

inspections on a variety of premises including, but not limited to residential or commercial

properties, farms, ranches, and other potential or known vector breeding sources; responds to

Yellow Jacket and Africanized Honey Bee service requests; follows District protocols to select

equipment used for locating and treating nests; advises property owners on source reduction

explaining the reason(s) for the Field Technician’s presence and the vector control services to be

performed. Informs owner of improper maintenance or other activities causing or contributing to

breeding of mosquitoes or vectors; refers more complex public relations issue to supervisor and

refers property access issue to Ecological Management department; determines or identifies

abundance, species and/or stage of larval development and notes other factors such as, but not

limited to, presence and type of beneficials, water quality and ability to support fish, and potential

for water management at the breeding source; initiates requests for aircraft service and provides

required information to supervisor. selects appropriate biological or chemical control material and

dosage rates; wears personal protective equipment and performs application of selected control

product according to label and applicable laws or regulations.

Arranges for and conducts fish planting in targeted areas as needed; re-inspects treated areas to

evaluate product and application efficacy; collects and enters inspection and treatment data into

mobile electronic devices, such as, but not limited to, smart phones, tablets, and laptop computers;

prepares documents and reports for review by supervisor; updates spreadsheets, databases, and

other District or department applications; revises operational maps of zones and areas within the

District including properties, ponds, topographic characteristics, and other features relevant to

vector control operations and submits to appropriate department; drives automotive equipment

outfitted with powered and hand spray equipment; depending upon the area of assignment, travels

within the area by foot, bicycle, truck, ATV or other equipment following all District safety

protocols and any applicable local, state, and federal vehicle or traffic laws; performs general

labor, routine facilities and equipment maintenance, repairs, and fabrication including fish ponds

and tanks, pumps, equipment and small engines, buildings, landscaping and grounds; cuts

vegetation and prepares trails for equipment and/or personnel movement; may lead or assist in

construction, removal, or other related projects as needed or assigned; may perform activities

involving the collection (seining) of gambusia affinis (mosquitofish) or other predatory fish of

mosquito larvae at the District owned hatchery or other sites identified by the Fisheries

department.

May perform routine water chemistry and analysis of District fish culturing ponds as outlined by

the Fisheries department; assists District personnel in conducting studies and surveys; collects,

identifies, and records data; may perform related biological and chemical field work; assists with

conducting presentations for schools, community groups and professional organizations on topics

such as, but not limited to, vector ecology, pesticide resistance, and best practices in integrated

pest management; keeps informed of current developments in vector control and vector

surveillance, as well as biological, environmental and regulatory changes to maintain skill levels

by attending conferences and continuing education programs; assists in the training of seasonal

helpers and provides guidance as needed; may be required to work overtime hours, weekends and

holidays; may be exposed to infectious diseases associated with mosquitoes and other vectors.

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A complete Job Description can be obtained from the Main District Office.

Minimum Qualifications

It is the applicant’s responsibility to identify in their application materials how they meet the

minimum qualifications. Listed below are some typical ways a person can obtain the required

education, experience, knowledge and abilities to perform the responsibilities and tasks of the

position. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered

qualifying at the sole discretion of the District.

Education and Experience:

• Equivalent to graduation from High School;

• Completion of two (2) years of accumulated service as a Field Technician I or equivalent

the Field Technician II class and pay scale.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Possession of a valid California Department of Public Health Certification in Mosquito

employment and maintained throughout employment;

• Possession of a valid California drivers’ license; must be insurable with the District self-

Position Status

The vacancy is for a regular full-time position, subject to a one (1) year probationary period.

Examination and Selection Process

Applicants selected for interviews will be based on an evaluation of qualifying training, education

and experience included in the application materials. Meeting minimum qualifications does not

guarantee selection for an interview. Those candidates selected for interviews will receive an

invite for an in-person interview to further assess training, experience and ability to perform the

duties of the position. Selection will be based on a combined overall assessment of the interview

and application.

Applicants selected for interviews must be available to interview between 7:00am and 3:30pm,

Monday through Friday. Alternative interview times may not be offered.

Medical Testing

All persons selected for appointment must pass medical examinations administered by the District

designated physician. Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District is committed to

maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace.

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Compensation and Benefits

The starting salary for this position is $5,175.00, paid monthly.

Group dental, vision, life, long term disability, and optional medical insurance are offered through

the District Cafeteria Plan. The District has two different voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation

plans. 14 Holidays per year are recognized and 15 days of sick leave per year is provided with

unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave may be converted to retirement

service credit. 12 to 25 days of vacation a year are provided, based on years of District service.

Workers compensation is provided and employees are protected under the Workers Compensation

Laws of California.

The District participates in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS).

• Employees who first become members of CalPERS (New Members) on or after January 1,

calculated based on PERS actuarial studies and is set at 8% of reportable compensation

through FY 26/27.

• Employees new to the District who are/were members of CalPERS or any other qualifying

eligible to participate in the 2.5% @ 55 benefit formula. Eligibility is based on criteria set

forth by the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA).

• The District participates in the Medicare portion of the Federal Insurance Contributions

portion of FICA.

Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of the District to provide equal employment

opportunity to all applicants. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without

regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation or any other legally

protected characteristic.

Please contact the District at least five (5) working days before a scheduled examination or

interview if you require accommodation in the examination or interview process.