Mosquito Control Technician

4 months ago

Clearwater, United States Pinellas County FL Full time

The Mosquito Control Division within the Public Works Department is looking for a skilled individual to fill the role of Mosquito Control Technician . Come join us and make a difference in our community.

This is skilled entry-level technical work involving chemical and other eradication methods for surveillance and abatement of mosquitos and/or weed/aquatic weed/invasive plant and pest control. Employees in this class have the primary duties of applying chemicals, following approved techniques, to maintain effective control of mosquitos, undesirable pests or vegetation and prevent damage to adjacent vegetation or harm to animal or marine life. Duties include performing maintenance associated with spraying activities, instructing or leading employees assigned to assist in overall spray or other departmental operations and may include routinely working on weekends and holidays. The position reports to a supervisor or designee.

What Would You Do?

This position requires working outdoors most of the work-day, performing physical labor, exposure to elements (heat, rain) and encountering wildlife (snakes, alligators). Operates chemical spray equipment, utilizing proper abatement techniques. Performs chemical/mechanical control of mosquitos through all life stages. Determines appropriate time and schedule for spraying based on larval stage and species, condition of water, weather conditions, wind and other variables. Selects and mixes appropriate chemical agents considering infestation, environment and vegetation. Operates spray equipment using proper application techniques and procedures. Operates and maintains equipment used in chemical treatment operations including trucks, boats, motors and various types of spray apparatus. Coordinates the activities of volunteer personnel as needed within the section or department. Performs related work as assigned or required.

What Do You Need To Have?

Possession and maintenance of prerequisite job task related licenses or credentials, if any (listed below), plus 1-year experience in weed and/or pest control spraying or abatement, industrial or commercial chemical spraying; or An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience. Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Driver’s License upon hire with eligibility based upon evaluation of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) driving report. As a condition of employment, the selected candidate will be required to: Obtain and maintain a Florida Public Health Pest Control license within 1 year of hire date.Obtain and maintain a MOT certification within 1 year of hire date.Obtain and maintain a Florida Public or Commercial Restricted Use Pesticide Applicators license with certification in Aquatic Weed Control within 2 years of hire date. Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations including but not limited to working either during or immediately after hurricanes, and work overtime if needed for storms, mosquito outbreaks, and out of the ordinary circumstances. May include routinely working on weekends and holidays.

Highly Desirable

Possession and maintenance of Core, Aquatics and Public Health License. Experience calibrating spray equipment. Possession of MOT certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to read a map book or use a GPS Ability to operate a boat Ability to drive off road

Our Benefits Rank Among The Top In The Area

Our benefits rank among the top in the area Check it out Looking for a strong retirement? We have you covered as members of theFlorida Retirement System (FRS) with investment and pension options. We have deferred compensation programs and wellness centers to name a few perks.Check out these and more

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