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Catch Basin Mosquito Technician

Brief Definition
Working outdoors, under general direction you will locate, survey, and treat storm water catch basins for control of mosquito larvae.

Examples of Duties        
Responsibilities include:
Controlling mosquitoes in storm water catch basins by bicycle or vehicle.
Assisting with surveillance of mosquito larvae in storm water catch basins.
Inspect and sample public and private properties for larval breeding areas and adult mosquitoes.
Assisting with other mosquito surveillance or research projects.
Document all field activities and insecticide use in our data base via smart phone apps.

Occasional duties include:
Testing mosquito samples for West Nile virus.
Updating digital maps using QGIS software.
Simple maintenance of buildings, vehicles, bicycles, and other District equipment.
Perform other job-related duties as required or directed.


Employment Standards
Education and Experience
Minimum 18 Years old, Good driving record, Training on the job.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills
Ability to ride a bicycle for extended periods of time.
Ability to learn mosquito control methods and map reading.
GPS navigation and smart phone use.
Perform moderately demanding physical activities.
Learn and perform operation of District vehicles and mosquito control equipment. 
Follow all District and OSHA safety requirements.
Must be at least 18 and have a valid driver’s license.

Physical Requirements
Positions in this class typically require stooping, kneeling crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Lift and carry up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to manipulate, lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Some sedentary work that involves sitting. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Incumbents will be subjected to outdoor work and operation of District vehicles and equipment.
 
Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer
 
Desired qualifications:
·        Ability to ride a bicycle for extended periods of time.
·        Ability to learn mosquito control methods and map reading.
·        GPS navigation and smart phone skills.
·        Perform moderately demanding physical activities.