Vector Control Technician - Vector Control (Public Works) - J32400 - 51150

Job description

Base Pay: $17.38 Hourly . SUMMARY: Conducts surveillance and control activities regarding pests and disease-causing vectors (rodents, mosquitoes, bees, and other insects). Identifies and counts specimens. Utilizes and maintains a variety of control equipment. Investigates and controls causes of public health nuisances and complaints. Submits reports and records of tasks performed, as well as graphs and summaries of work. May also conduct public education activities. The employee is required to be on duty before, during, and after natural disasters and emergencies, as directed by the supervisor. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES i nclude the following. Other duties may be assigned. Performs rodent eradication requiring climbing ladder to attic or roof. Conducts pest control in various buildings throughout the county. Communicates via radio, telephone, and in person with various coworkers and the public. Performs honeybee control and swarm eradication, often while wearing a bee suit. Performs larval mosquito control by inspecting sites for larvae. Applies larvicide with hand-held and truck-mounted sprayers when needed. Performs adult mosquito control by operating hand-held and tr...