Field Pest Management Technician: Fruit Fly Ops

Other; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Plant Industry, seeks an Environmental Specialist I to support pest eradication and control programs across state facilities. The role involves survey, treatment, and safety operations, including emergency responses and equipment calibration.

Responsibilities include pesticide application, fruit fly trapping, and meticulous record-keeping, with travel required and a valid Class E license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 6 months experience in apiculture, environmental protection, or related fields; or associate degree from accredited college
• Valid Class E driver license
• Respirator certification required; must obtain fruit fly certification within 6 months
• Knowledge of plant inspection techniques, pesticide labeling, and spray equipment maintenance
• Skill in computer basics (Microsoft Word, Excel, ESRI database)
• Ability to perform frequent travel including overnight trips

Responsibilities

• Provide survey, treatment, and safety support for the Bureau of Pest Eradication and Control
• Assist emergency pest management operations and equipment maintenance/calibration
• Apply pesticides and perform fruit fly trapping
• Maintain records across multiple state facilities

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Pesticide labeling

Spray equipment maintenance

Plant inspection techniques

Travel readiness

Class E driver license

Respirator certification

Fruit fly certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Tools

ESRI database

Job description

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Plant Industry, seeks an Environmental Specialist I to support pest eradication and control programs across state facilities. The role involves survey, treatment, and safety operations, including emergency responses and equipment calibration.

Responsibilities include pesticide application, fruit fly trapping, and meticulous record-keeping, with travel required and a valid Class E license.