Mosquito Control Maintenance Worker

City of Virginia Beach; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Virginia Beach is seeking a Mosquito Control Maintenance Worker to support the Mosquito Control Division in protecting community health. You will perform drainage maintenance, apply larvicide and pesticides, and ensure water runoff remains unblocked.

Required: valid driver’s license, ability to lift 50 lbs, and licensure within six months of hire. This is a safety-sensitive, overtime-eligible position with mandatory drug testing.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in field such as laborer, maintenance, or construction worker utilizing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license.
• All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
• This position may require that incumbents wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance work requiring the utilization of specific skills associated with drainage maintenance and the application of pesticides for mosquito control.
• Remove objects from work areas that impede drainage; bush and grade ditches to maintain efficient water runoff; apply larvicide to areas harboring mosquito larvae and pupae, avoiding the potential to harbor and reduce mosquito populations; apply adulticides in areas with known high levels of mosquito activity.
• Apply herbicide to areas where vegetation obstructs proper drainage; cut/ clear trees and heavy brush to gain access to drainage areas; mix and apply chemicals per specifications on the label for field applications
• Lift materials and other items to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Applicants will be required to obtain and maintain either a Registered Technician’s License or Category 8 Pesticide Applicator’s License within six (6) months of employment

Job description

Department

PUBLIC WORKS

Compensation Grade

Compensation Range & Starting Salary

Pay Range: $33,529.60 $52,208.00
Starting salary - Minimum of the Pay Range.

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime)

No

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

About Us

Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees.

Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications

Join Our Team as a Mosquito Control Maintenance Worker! The Mosquito Control Division is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team. If you’re looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real impact while working alongside a passionate group of professionals, this is the opportunity for you!

As a Mosquito Control Maintenance Worker, you will engage in essential maintenance tasks that directly contribute to the health and safety of our community. Your responsibilities will include:

• Perform maintenance work requiring the utilization of specific skills associated with drainage maintenance and the application of pesticides for mosquito control.


• Remove objects from work areas that impede drainage; bush and grade ditches to maintain efficient water runoff; apply larvicide to areas harboring mosquito larvae and pupae, avoiding the potential to harbor and reduce mosquito populations; apply adulticides in areas with known high levels of mosquito activity.


• Apply herbicide to areas where vegetation obstructs proper drainage; cut/ clear trees and heavy brush to gain access to drainage areas; mix and apply chemicals per specifications on the label for field applications


• Lift materials and other items to 50 lbs. regularly.


• Applicants will be required to obtain and maintain either a Registered Technician’s License or Category 8 Pesticide Applicator’s License within six (6) months of employment

Work Location

1848 Pleasant Ridge Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23457

A valid driver’s license is required.

Position is ALPHA I and is required to work during all inclement weather (flooding, hurricanes, snow, etc.) and/or in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

A pre-employment physical is required – This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including termination.

The City of Virginia Beach offers a Competitive Compensation Package.

Join us in our mission to keep Virginia Beach beautiful and mosquito-free! be a part of our vital work in the community!

Additional Requirements

• DMV Transcript: Yes


• CDL: No


• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No


• CPS Check: No


• Physical: Yes


• Respirator: No


• Psychological Screening: No


• Polygraph: No


• At Will: No

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Preferably six (6) months of experience in field such as laborer, maintenance, or construction worker utilizing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have a current and valid driver’s license. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. This position may require that incumbents wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, or other designated safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee’s supervisor based on position assigned. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination. Must have or obtain a valid Registered Technicians License within six (6) months of hire.

Skills

Working Conditions

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business.

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Official Job Descriptions

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VRS Contribution

All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace

The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.