Mosquito Control Field Inspector I

CHARLESTON COUNTY; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

Paid maternity/ parental leave

Job summary

Charleston County Public Works Department is seeking motivated, safety-minded individuals to join our outdoor maintenance team.

As a Mosquito Control Technician, you will inspect breeding sites, operate ULV spray equipment, monitor water bodies, keep accurate records, and educate residents on prevention. The role requires readiness to work weekends/overtime during mosquito season and to report to work during hazards or emergencies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Willingness to provide good customer service.
• Safety-minded and able to work in a demanding, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Have and maintain a valid SC Driver’s License with a safe driving record.
• Ability to obtain pesticide applicator’s license within 6 months.
• Available to report to work during hazardous weather or emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Inspect mosquito breeding sites in assigned areas for aquatic and adult stages.
• Operate a truck with a ULV pesticide sprayer to eliminate adult mosquitoes.
• Inspect and treat standing water for mosquito larvae.
• Monitor sampling devices and rain gauges; maintain records.
• Maintain accurate records and inventory of pesticides, adulticides and larvicides.
• Educate residents on how to reduce/prevent future mosquito breeding.
• Maintain clean and safe vehicles, lab, and chemical storage areas.
• Attend meetings as needed; familiarity with County geography is a plus.

Skills

Written and verbal instructions

Customer service mindset

Safety-minded

Team-oriented

Lift up to 25 lbs

SC Driver’s License with clean record

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Charleston County Public Works Department is looking for highly motivated, safety minded individuals who enjoy working outdoors to join our team!

Be a part of improving the quality of life for citizens, businesses, and visitors of Charleston County.

We offer competitive salary, a great benefit package, and training and development opportunities for growth and advancement. Working for the County allows you to earn a pension and you will receive paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and paid maternity/parental leave.

HIRING SALARY:$20.62 Per Hour

Weekend and overtime work required during active mosquito season.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED, APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Inspecting mosquito breeding sites in assigned geographical areas for both aquatic and adult stages of mosquitoes; operating a truck equipped with an Ultra-Low Volume (ULV) pesticide sprayer to eliminate adult mosquitoes; inspecting and treating standing water for mosquito larvae; monitoring sampling devices and rain gauges; maintaining accurate records and inventory of pesticides, adulticides and larvicides; educating citizens on how to reduce/prevent future mosquito breeding; maintaining clean and safe vehicles, lab, and chemical storage areas; and attending meetings as needed. Familiarity with County geography a plus!

• *High School Diploma or equivalent
• *Ability to comprehend and execute written and verbal instructions.
• *Willingness to provide good customer service.
• *Must be safety-minded and be able to work well in a demanding, team-oriented environment.
• *Ability to lift to 25 lbs.
• *Reliable transportation to get to work.
• *Have and maintain a valid SC Driver’s License with a safe driving record.
• *Ability to obtain pesticide applicator’s license, (Core and Category 8) within 6 months New Hire Probation period.
• *Available to report to work during hazardous weather or emergency conditions.