Career Opportunities: Inspector/Sprayer Trainee - MC (23622)

Mosquito Control Department PositionPosition Type: Permanent Full Time/Part Time: Full TimeSalary: $17.87 to $19.66 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications.Location: North Area/Titusville/Travels CountywideWork Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.Performs entry level service work in the inspection of mosquito breeding areas, application of pesticides and related maintenance work.Requirements:Six (6) months of experience performing manual labor or operating automotive or watercraft which involved keeping simple written records and/or reports; PLUS six (6) months of experience using a personal computer or tablet. Education cannot be substituted for the required experience.Special Requirements:Must possess a valid Florida driver's license and maintain said license during term of employment. Must possess or obtain, within six (6) months of employment, certification as an Arthropod Control Applicator in accordance with the specifications set forth in Florida Statute 388.361(4). Must be physically capable at all times of properly wearing and utilizing the appropriate respiratory protection. Must be able to work extended hours during peak season, mosquito outbreaks, and fires and/or overtime. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster which may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.Physical Requirements Checklist:Physical Activities / TraitsThe employee must be able to:Lift: 50 lbs. or moreCarry: 50 lbs. or morePush: 50 lbs. or morePull: 50 lbs. or moreIn an eight hour day, the employee may have to:Stand: 5 – 8 hoursWalk: 5 – 8 hoursSit: 5 – 8 hoursDrive: 5 – 8 hoursThe employee must repetitively perform:Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Operating foot controls; Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)The employee must be able to:Balance; Bend; Climb; Dig; Kneel; Reach; Smell; StoopThe employee must have:Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech; Use of both eyesOther necessary physical activities/traitsN/AWorking ConditionsWorking conditions that will apply to the employee:At heights above/below ground level; Below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; With chemicals or solvents; With feet, legs or hands in water; With hazardous materials; With lawn grasses, plants, etc.; With odors; Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with OthersOther working conditions:Additional driving for nighttime spray missions for 3-5 hours will be required routinely.