Responsible for assisting Environmental Health Specialists control vectors of communicable diseases such as mosquitoes and rodents.

 

Target Hiring Range: $13.47/hr - $16.17/hr

1. Collect mosquito samples for disease testing and surveillance.
2. Operate a truck-mounted and hand held mosquito spray unit during nighttime and early morning hours.
3. Apply mosquito larvae control chemicals/biologicals to standing water.
4. Respond to other citizen vector concerns as directed.

 High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.)
 No experience required
 Forty hours of in-house training on vector control activities
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Education/ Experience:     

• 6 months experience with vector control and surveillance activities such as larviciding, adulticiding, and sample collection

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:           

• Knowledge of basic biological and chemical principles
• Ability to work under moderate stress and relate well to a highly varied community public

 Forty hours of in-house training on vector control activities required
 Valid Class C Texas driver's license

The incumbent works in an outdoor environment; occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Outside work required.

Adaptability/Flexibility
Communication
Customer Service
Customer Service
Personal Organization
Productivity
Teamwork