Field Mosquito Surveillance Technician

Fort Bend County; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County in Texas seeks a Field Lab Surveillance Technician to support mosquito surveillance in Needville. You will survey for trap sites, obtain permissions, prepare trapping materials, and assist with testing new traps.

duties include identifying mosquitoes, maintaining logs, and supporting equipment maintenance. A valid Texas driver’s license and pesticide license within 2 months are required. Competitive hourly pay and full county benefits offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of insecticides preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and the public.
• Good verbal communication skills and multitasking ability.
• Familiarity with record-keeping procedures and basic software.

Responsibilities

• Survey for suitable trap sites and obtain permissions.
• Prepare trapping materials for daily surveillance operations.
• Test new mosquito traps and set/retrieve traps.
• Identify mosquitoes during field surveys and maintain logs.
• Maintain field equipment and assist in vehicle operations.
• Assist with avian surveillance and sample processing.
• Support emergency management activities as directed.

Skills

Effective communication

multitask

Strong verbal skills

Record keeping

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Fort Bend County in Texas seeks a Field Lab Surveillance Technician to support mosquito surveillance in Needville. You will survey for trap sites, obtain permissions, prepare trapping materials, and assist with testing new traps.

duties include identifying mosquitoes, maintaining logs, and supporting equipment maintenance. A valid Texas driver’s license and pesticide license within 2 months are required. Competitive hourly pay and full county benefits offered.