Ultra Low Volume Spray Truck Driver (Seasonal)

Ultra Low Volume Spray Truck Driver

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Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.

HCPH embraces a foundation of progressive work anchored by the department's cornerstone values guiding our work to improve the community's health and well-being.

• Transparency - We share information openly and honestly so that staff, partners, and the community understand our actions and the reasons behind them.
• Integrity - Our actions reflect strong ethical principles, ensuring we remain trustworthy, accountable, and consistent with our mission.
• Respect - We foster a supportive environment by valuing diverse perspectives, listening intentionally, and treating people with dignity in every interaction.
• Impact - We focus our efforts on activities that improve health, reduce disparities, and create meaningful, measurable outcomes for the communities we serve.
• Collaboration - We actively partner across teams, disciplines, organizations, and communities to align our efforts toward common goals.

Position Overview:

Under direct supervision, the Ultra Low Volume (ULV) Spray Truck Driver performs safe and effective applications of mosquito control products. Individuals in this role will be responsible for operating ULV spray trucks, applying control measures for mosquitoes and larvae, monitoring environmental and equipment conditions, and accurately recording pesticide usage. The position follows a part-time, seasonal schedule during peak mosquito activity and high disease transmission months (May–October).

The ULV Driver requires knowledge of pesticide handling and safety, vehicle operation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Mosquito Control: Applies insecticides using truck-mounted Ultra Low Volume (ULV) spray equipment through assigned areas at night. Responsibilities include entering data into ULV monitoring systems, implementing control measures for adult mosquitoes and mosquito larvae, and assisting with loading chemicals onto trucks as needed.
• Equipment Monitoring: Monitors environmental and equipment conditions during insecticidal applications to ensure precise and effective delivery of materials.
• Compliance and Reporting: Applies pesticides in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines, and accurately documents all usage.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Requirements:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Licensure/Certifications: Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License upon hire and maintain a clean driving record.
• Experience: Two (2) years of experience operating vehicles, including large or specialized equipment such as ULV spray trucks; OR At least one (1) full season of ULV truck driving experience with an organized mosquito control agency.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Understands chemical labels and safe handling procedures for control-related chemicals, including insecticides. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite for data entry, reporting, and communication. Proficient in operating large or specialized vehicles, such as ULV spray trucks. Competent in using GPS and other navigation tools for route planning and area coverage. Effective communication skills for coordinating with team members, supervisors, and the public. Ability to work outdoors in diverse urban and natural environments under various weather conditions.
• Core Competencies: Ability to use data to analyze community health needs and support decisions that improve community health outcomes. This competency focuses on using clear and effective communication to engage audiences, address misinformation, and build trust, supporting informed decisions and stronger public health outcomes. This competency focuses on applying principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion to public health, addressing systemic barriers, and promoting fair access to resources for healthier communities. This competency focuses on collaborating with communities to address the systems and policies affecting health, fostering engagement, shared ownership, and sustainable improvements in well-being. This competency focuses on using public health science and evidence-based approaches to develop and improve policies and programs, ensuring effective delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services.

Preferences:

• Licensure: May be required to obtain a Pesticide Noncommercial Applicator License from the Texas Department Agriculture within one year of employment

General Information:

• Position Type and Typical Hours of Work: This position is designated as a seasonal, part-time role and typically operates on a night schedule of three nights per week (24 hours per week) to perform the essential functions of the position. Shifts are generally from 8:30 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. with occasional variations from 6:30 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., and may change based on disease detection or seasonal needs. The role requires flexibility to work weekends and occasional holidays.
• Work Environment: The work is performed in field environments and involves exposure to chemicals, including handling cleaning agents and other hazardous substances, to perform the essential functions of the position. The position primarily involves operating a truck and application equipment within designated areas during nighttime hours, while maintaining radio communication.
• Physical Demands: This position requires heavy physical work, including frequent lifting, bending, and prolonged sitting, with the ability to use and demonstrate physical strength and stamina. The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Field work may require walking on an incline, through brush and fields.
• Work Location: Harris County Public Health: Mosquito & Vector Control Division - 3330 Old Spanish Trail, Houston, Texas 77021.
• Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.