Mosquito Control Technician

Bay County, FL; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay County Board of County Commissioners in Panama City, FL is seeking a Mosquito Control Technician to support field operations, inventory, and larviciding/adulticiding activities. The role requires outdoor work in varying weather, data handling, and coordination with departments to protect public health.

Responsibilities include inspections, equipment calibration, training assistance, and inventory management, with emphasis on safety and accuracy in daily tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; related experience preferred.
• Valid Florida driver license with acceptable driving record.
• Public Health Applicator License must be obtained within one year of hire.
• Knowledge of mosquito control principles and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Inspect trucks, equipment and chemical inventories daily.
• Perform minor repairs and replenish stock to keep operations flowing.
• Maintain monthly chemical inventories and MSDS files.
• Use GPS trackers and software to schedule larvacide and adulticide operations.
• Identify mosquito breeding sites and assist in training for larvaciding programs.
• Calibrate equipment, collect traps, and manage waste tires.

Skills

Mosquito control

Oral & written communication

Outdoor work skills

Data processing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Florida driver license

Public Health Applicator License within 1 year

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

SALARY:$18.49 - $32.38NATURE OF WORKGrade:BOCC-B80-4 aJob Class:3 - Technicians (EEO-1 Job Categories-United States of America), Tier 2 - • Normal duties would include preparation of and recovery from disasters • Must be able to report to work when summoned (or pre-assigned time- or not later than 12 hours after the storm passes if not called in • Provided with food, water, provisions EVACUATION PLAN/SHELTERS (Tier Status)Worker Comp Code:9402 - Street Cleaning & Drivers (United States of America)EEO Classification:3 - Technicians (EEO-1 Job Categories-United States of America)JOB TYPE:EmployeeNATURE OF JOB:ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Works daily with outside customers and other Bay County Departments.Performs daily inspection of truck, equipment and chemical inventory.Makes minor repairs on vehicles and/or equipment, and replenish stock as needed.Performs monthly inventory of chemicals in trucks and buildings, to keep the operation flowing without interruption.Files all Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).Utilizes Computer Automated Programs for scheduled Customer Service Requests and daily Larvacide field operations, and to update material inventory usageUtilizes Computer GPS Tracker for daily Adulticide operations.Formulates the application of insecticides for Arthropod control operations.Checks and updates No-Spray reports.Performs field studies to determine mosquito breeding sites.Assists in training for Larvaciding and/or Adulticiding programs.Assists in calibration of all equipment.Picks up and returns mosquito traps in required locations.Identifies and performs various testing of trapped mosquitoes.Assists in picking up and disposal of waste tires.Performs custodial and ground maintenance work.The employer may add to or change duties at any time and as determined by the County and its leaders to best ensure that the public is served through the work of the Department.Performs other related duties as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent; ANDOne (1) year experience in ground maintenance, conducting inspections, and/or setting up and removing traps is preferred, or a related field.A comparable amount of training and/or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS:Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a valid Florida driver license upon offer of employment with a driving record acceptable to the County Driving Policy and insurance program.Must complete, pass, and maintain the Public and Core certification exams to obtain Public Health Applicator License in accordance with Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) within one (1) year of hire as a condition of employment.KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of principles and practices of mosquito control in keeping with the mosquito control problems inherent in the locality.Knowledge of and ability to use data and/or work processing equipment and related software.Knowledge of mechanical applications.Knowledge of computers.Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.Knowledge of project management and organizational skills.Ability to have excellent oral and written communication skills.Ability to work and maintain reliable full-time attendance.Ability to comprehend, speak, and read the English language.Ability to have and maintain good interpersonal and communication skills to deal with the public.Ability to read and interpret maps.Ability to make decisions in accordance with the rules and regulations and policies and apply these to work problems.Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with supervisor and other employees.Ability to work and establish relations with the general public.Ability to learn pesticide application techniques.Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.Ability to recognize safety hazards in the work involved and take precautionary measures to protect self and others.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:Work is primarily performed outdoors in varying and adverse weather; work in water, brush and ditches. Work requires moderate exposure to one or more disagreeable conditions (i.e., irate customers, inclement weather, excessive noise, extreme temperatures, odors or dust).This position requires some exposure or risk to physical health and/or physical safety (e.g., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment, etc.). This position may require the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and may include completing and successfully passing medical evaluations.Stooping, sitting, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pulling, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception. Ability to frequently lift and carry equipment 25-50lbs. and on occasion up to 100 pounds; manual dexterity and mobility; intermittent exertion when performing duties.WORK LOCATION:Not Eligible for Remote Work - This position is assigned to a county worksite. Due to the non-portable nature of the essential functions of this position, this position is not eligible for telework.Employer:BOCC Bay County Board of County CommissionersAddress:Human Resources Department840 W. 11th StreetPanama City, Florida, 32401Phone:[phone]WebsiteBay County is an Equal OpportunityEmployer and does not discriminate basedon race, color, religion, sex (includinggender identity and pregnancy), nationalorigin, age, disability, genetic information,sexual orientation, or parental status.*Salary/Hourly wages are determined by verifiable experience.