Mosquito Technician

Vector Disease Control International (VDCI); Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 benefits

Health/Dental/Vision

401(k) with company match

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Vector Disease Control International (VDCI) is seeking a Mosquito Technician to deliver professional mosquito surveillance and preventative services outdoors. You will support large-scale spraying and ensure safety, accuracy, and customer communication on every visit.

The role requires alertness to hazards, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and a valid driver’s license. Training is provided, with benefits starting day one for full-time colleagues.

Qualifications

• Must have basic attention to detail and clear communication.
• Willingness to learn pest control practices and safety.
• Customer-facing experience is preferred.
• Licenses/certificates may be required by regulations (provided by employer).

Responsibilities

• Routinely inspect zones for mosquito breeding and larvae via visual inspection and dipping.
• Assess sites and apply control techniques: source reduction, biological or chemical controls.
• Place and retrieve monitoring devices for mosquito populations.
• Record findings and control activities on logs, and enter data into the database.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal & written communication

Willingness to learn pest control

Customer-facing experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period!

For more information about our benefits, see below!

We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands and serve consumer and business customers across multiple industries. We are extremely proud of our legacy of excellence and constantly work to fulfill our mission to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet".

What do our Mosquito Technicians do?

The primary purpose of this role is to provide a quality, professional service. They deliver service with courtesy, safety, and dependability and to ensure each customer has a positive experience. Here at VDCI, we have a strong focus on preventing the spread of diseases through mosquito control. We complete mosquito surveillance and preventative services, as well as large-scale spraying.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To The Following

• Routinely inspect control zones for potential mosquito breeding habitat and the presence of mosquito larvae by visual inspection and “dipping”
• Assess each inspection site and utilize the appropriate control techniques, such as: no action, source reduction, biological control, public education and chemical control (including the application of larvicides and/ adulticides at the labeled application rates)
• May place and retrieve monitoring devices for accessing mosquito populations
• Accurately record all findings and control activities on the appropriate log sheet and GPS unit, and enter data into VDCI’s database as required by the contract
• Be thoroughly familiar with all applicable chemical labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and handle/apply all chemicals according to label specifications
• Know and follow proper safety and spill procedures at all times, and use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) regularly.
• Communicate respectfully, honestly, and knowledgeably to residents at all times during service request inspections, routine larvicide activities, or during any other public relations activities
• Know and follow the proper and safe operations of all equipment used,
• Mix pesticides & fill sprayers accurately as needed, and follow all required safety precautions for the application of products
• React to change promptly and effectively, and handle other essential tasks as assigned.
• Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills and the ability to present information in both internal and external settings.

Essential Job Functions

• Comfortable with self-directed working conditions after a training period
• Work is regularly performed outdoors and may include exposure to potentially hazardous situations and substances such as weather conditions, challenging and uneven/unstable terrain, pesticides, dust and airborne particulates, excessive noise, biting insects, hazardous plants, and wild and domestic animals.
• Must be capable of lifting and using items such as chemical containers and application equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle and make sure it and all other equipment is kept clean.

What do you need?

• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
• Open to learning and becoming knowledgeable in the area of pest control
• High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possess a valid driver’s license from state of residence.
• Basic math skills — add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. You’ll need to be able to follow instructions for mixing on product labels.
• Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by us)
• Customer-facing experience preferred.

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Why Choose Us?

Below you'll find information about some of what we have to offer. All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits after they meet certain criteria.

Professional and Personal Growth

• Multiple avenues to grow your career
• Training and development programs available
• Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)

Health and Wellness

• Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1
• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more

Savings and Retirement

• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions

Work-Life Balance

• Vacation days & sick days
• Company-paid holidays & floating holidays
• A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility

We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work. Is that you?

This company is a Drug Free workplace.

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