Environmental Control Technician

Dougherty County; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dougherty County Public Works department is seeking an Environmental Control Technician to dispense mosquito control sprayings, operate a Data Logger, download information, generate reports, procure supplies, and maintain chemical inventory. The role entails independent work under general supervision and requires proper licenses and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities include field spraying, data collection, larvicide applications in low-lying areas, vehicle and equipment upkeep, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two years of experience dispensing herbicide and pesticide chemicals or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Commercial Pesticide Applicator License required; valid driver’s license with acceptable record.

Responsibilities

• Dispense and record mosquito control sprayings.
• Operate Data Logger to record date, time, temperature, wind, route, and chemicals; download data and generate reports.
• Make larvicide applications in valleys and low-lying areas to prevent breeding.
• Investigate complaints and requests for mosquito control.
• Maintain truck, spraying supplies and equipment; monitor for leaks; deliver equipment for repair.
• Keep inventory of chemicals used and needed.
• Assist crews with mowing as necessary.
• Operate, maintain, and repair ULV machine including cleaning filters, calibrating, and installing parts.
• Perform related work as assigned.

Skills

Experience dispensing herbicide and/or

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Dougherty County Public Works department is hiring for an Environmental Control Technician. The purpose of this position is to dispense mosquito control spraying, operate Data Logger, download computer information, generate reports, procure supplies and equipment, and keep inventory of chemicals. This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

• Dispenses and records mosquito control sprayings.
• Operates Data Logger to record date, time, temperature, wind, route, and chemicals; downloads information to office computer to generate reports.
• Make calls in valleys and low-lying areas of county to perform larvicide of mosquitoes by treating water to prevent breeding.
• Investigates complaints and requests for mosquito control.
• Maintains truck, spraying supplies and equipment, monitoring equipment for leaks, and delivering equipment for repair.
• Keeps inventory of chemicals used and needed.
• Assists crews with mowing as necessary.
• Operates, maintains, and repairs ULV machine including cleaning filters, calibrating, and installing parts.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience dispensing herbicide and pesticide chemicals or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Physical Requirements

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, dancing, stretching, or lifting all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or exceptional skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving very close tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• Involves routine and frequent exposure to:
  • Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
  • Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
  • Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife.

Special Certifications And Licenses

• Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

PLEASE PROVIDE COPIES OF REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT, DRIVER’S LICENSE, DEGREE(S) AND/OR CERTIFICATE(S).

Resumes are recommended as part of your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance: Dougherty County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Standard Clauses

May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Essential Safety Functions

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

Supplemental Information

Application Deadline: Beginning Tuesday, October 27, 2026 through Tuesday, November 17, 2026.

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT MUST PASS A DRUG AND/OR ALCOHOL SCREENING AND PASS BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION.

DOUGHERTY COUNTY HAS A NO SMOKING IN THE WORKPLACE POLICY IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE GEORGIA SMOKE FREE AIR ACT OF 2005.

DOUGHERTY COUNTY PROVIDES REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT.

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