Mosquito Control Inspector Trainee — Outdoor Field Learning

Morris County Government; New Jersey; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Morris County Department of Public Works, Division of Mosquito Control is seeking an Inspector Trainee, Mosquito Extermination. Under direction, you will learn to locate breeding areas, apply controls and support mosquito management efforts.

Responsibilities include inspecting habitats, learning chemical and biological controls, assisting the public, and basic equipment maintenance. A valid NJ driver's license is required and you will work outdoors in varying weather conditions while pursuing

Qualifications

• Appointees will be required to possess a valid New Jersey driver's license.
• Successful candidates must become a licensed Pesticide Applicator.
• Needs to have the ability to understand information about insects, particularly mosquitoes.
• Must be able to keep records and follow a map as well as work outside in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Performs visual inspections of mosquitoes in their habitats such as ditches, swamps, stagnant water
• Learns to select and application appropriate chemical and biological controls to mosquito habitat
• Responds to service requests and inquiries from the public
• May perform minor maintenance work on extermination equipment such as oil change, replacement of belts, and minor repairs to maintain equipment in working order

Skills

Driver's license

Pesticide knowledge

Record keeping

Outdoor work

Job description

Morris County Department of Public Works, Division of Mosquito Control is seeking an Inspector Trainee, Mosquito Extermination. Under direction, you will learn to locate breeding areas, apply controls and support mosquito management efforts.

Responsibilities include inspecting habitats, learning chemical and biological controls, assisting the public, and basic equipment maintenance. A valid NJ driver's license is required and you will work outdoors in varying weather conditions while pursuing