MOSQUITO CONTROL TECHNICIAN I (PART-TIME)

Osceola County Government; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Osceola County Government is seeking a part-time Mosquito Control Technician I to perform essential duties in mosquito control operations and community outreach activities. The position involves operating spray equipment, applying insecticides, and engaging the public to ensure effective mosquito management in the area. Candidates are required to have a high school diploma and valid Florida driver's license.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring a valid Class E Florida Driver's License.
• Knowledge of safety procedures in pesticide application.
• Ability to work independently and engage with the community.

Responsibilities

• Operates spray trucks and applies insecticides according to procedure.
• Coordinates information booths and community outreach programs.
• Handles clerical functions and manages outreach database.

Skills

Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions

Knowledge of office procedures and equipment

Ability to work independently

Public speaking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Spray truck

All-terrain vehicles

Job description

MOSQUITO CONTROL TECHNICIAN I (PART-TIME)

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General Description Of Duties

General Description Of Duties

NOTE TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS: INTERNAL CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAYGRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.

Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to perform specialized work involving all aspects of Mosquito Control operations and outreach-related activities designed to educate and inform the general public about Mosquito Control. Employees function at entry level and work under the direction and supervision of the Mosquito Control Supervisor. Although the employee works independently and is often physically removed from supervision, duties are performed within the framework of pre-established policies and procedures.

Essential Job Functions

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Reads and interprets a variety of instructions maps, diagrams, or schedules to determine appropriate spraying locations.
• Applies insecticides and chemicals according to procedure to maximize the coverage of the area while ensuring compliance with all applicable Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), State and County regulations and policies governing the application of pesticides.
• Operates spray truck, as needed, with heightened awareness to pedestrian and traffic conditions, and in accordance with traffic laws, ordinances, and safe driving practices, for the safe distribution of mosquito control chemicals and insecticides in designated County areas; Sprays only during appropriate weather conditions to ensure localized and lasting distribution.
• Cleans and maintains spray truck and equipment; flushes the spray system after each shift.
• Disposes of chemicals, biological agents, and hazardous materials in accordance with prescribed safety policies and environmental procedures; maintains cleanliness of facilities and equipment; maintains inventory of materials.
• Assists with the coordination of information booths at community events; Schedules and attends community events.
• Assists with various aspects of the outreach program, including the school education program; Assists in researching educational materials suitable for schools.
• Assists with field outreach and operational campaigns in County neighborhoods as needed. Completes neighborhood sweeps in the event of an arborvirus case. Delivers informational brochures to communities at risk for arbovirus; Develops educational and outreach materials and curriculum; Maintains an inventory of outreach bags.
• Participates in community and employee outreach events including but not limited to, informational talks with HOA’s and CDD’s, Boo on Broadway, Movie Night, Health Fairs, and related events.
• Performs all duties within the framework of pre-established safety policies and procedures.
• Receives telephone inquiries and concerns, ascertains the nature of the call, and resolves personally, directs matters to the appropriate individual or department, or acts as liaison to the assigned supervisor; Forwards all calls regarding chemicals used, policies and procedures, and driver complaints to the Manager within twenty-four (24) hours of receipt of inquiry.
• Performs a variety of routine clerical functions, including completing reports of spraying assignments; Provides general office and outreach support by communicating with residents regarding night spray notifications and driveway agreements; Manages data entry, filing, and content development, including writing, graphic design, editing, photography, videography, and social media.
• Logs all service requests daily, completes work assignments in a timely and consecutive manner, reports results of investigation.
• Maintains equipment and brochure inventories. Maintains the outreach database to include inventories. Ensures the outreach van is stocked, maintained and clean. Inspects and ensures all outreach equipment is clean and undamaged.
• Serves as a night spray driver in the event of a Public Health Emergency
• Performs duties as assigned/necessary which are related, or logical in assignment to the position.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Miscellaneous: Must possess and maintain a valid Class E Florida Driver's License.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Knowledge of office procedures and equipment; knowledge of clerical and secretarial support functions.
• Ability to read and comprehend Federal, State, and local regulations pertaining to mosquito/pest control chemical distribution and safety procedures; ability to learn environmental regulations.
• Ability to learn basic knowledge of chemical distribution and their proper storage.
• Ability to learn and adhere to proper safety procedures.
• Ability to operate light equipment (i.e., backpack sprayers, blowers) and spray trucks with heightened awareness of pedestrian and traffic conditions.
• Ability to safely operate all-terrain vehicles and forklift.
• Ability to work independently to carry out assignments to completion; ability to adhere to pre-established safety policies, practices and procedures.
• Ability to perform duties with a professional and cooperative work ethic.
• Ability to perform work requiring strength and dexterity; ability to perform work for extended periods of time while standing; ability to withstand exposure to dust, mold, and various chemicals.
• Knowledge of office procedures and equipment; knowledge of clerical and secretarial support functions.
• Able to work independently to carry out effective outreach to the community.
• Ability to speak in public settings.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with management, employees, other departments, officials, and the general public, knowledge of the principals of customer service skills.
• Ability to read, update and maintain various records and files, knowledge of administrative support functions, e.g., records maintenance, data analysis, reports processing, documentation proofing.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment e.g., computers, printers, copiers,
  
  

Physical Demand: Heavy

• 100 pounds maximum lifting.
• Frequent (up to 2/3 of the work time) lifting, carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear.
• Good eyesight for production or safety of self and others.
• Physical demand requirements are in excess of medium work.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Government Administration

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