Mosquito Control Technician

Job Overview Under general supervision, the Mosquito Control Technician performs duties associated with the distribution of pesticide for the control of mosquitoes in the identified areas of the County. The employee must qualify for and maintain certifications in this field. This position reports to the Facilities Management Director. Responsibilities Distribute larvacide in accordance with product label. Distribute adulticide in accordance with product label. Establish and maintain records as required and provide same to supervisor. Assist in the distribution of related forms and literature. Attend all necessary meetings and/or conferences relating to County mosquito control as required. Respond to complaints from citizens; communicate with citizens in an effective and courteous manner. Resolve and clean up chemical spills as required. Assist in establishing and maintaining route sheets; may schedule work of other drivers. Maintain log/route book to coincide with release form. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Basic knowledge of standards, methods, pesticides and equipment used in an effective mosquito control program. Basic knowledge of various adulticide and larvicide chemicals. Basic knowledge of the occupational hazards and proper safety precautions to be taken when handling, transporting and applying pesticides. Possession of a high school diploma or GED. Must be at least 18 years old. To be considered for this position, your online application must include three professional references. Professional references are individuals who can attest to your job-related knowledge, skills and abilities while working or in a volunteer capacity and are not family or personally related. Professional references should include job title, company name and address, phone numbers and email address if available. Special Requirements Possession of a valid driver’s license; possess and maintain a driving record that meets established Gloucester County Driving Standards. Possession of Pesticide Registered Technician license from the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, or obtain within 90 days of employment. The license requires a minimum of forty hours of on-the-job training in pesticide application and successfully passing the Registered Technician Examination. Pass a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination. Position subject to subsequent physical examinations to ensure incumbent meets physical job requirements. Gloucester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace. The are no benefits associated with this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr