Catch Basin Mosquito Technician
Metropolitan Mosquito Control District Catch Basin Mosquito Technician Job Description
Job Title
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
Inspecting and sampling public and private properties for larval habitat and adult mosquitoes
Assisting with other mosquito surveillance or research projects
Documenting all field activities and insecticide use in our data base via smart phone apps
Calculating proper dosage and applying granular pesticides to larval habitats
Communicating effectively with coworkers and the public
Providing outstanding service to the public
Promoting a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace
Occasionally duties include:
Testing mosquito samples for West Nile virus
Updating digital maps using GIS software
Simple maintenance of buildings, vehicles, bicycles, and other District equipment
Performing other job-related duties as required or directed
Participating in outreach activities like county and state fair information booths or parades
Employment Standards
Experience:
No previous experience required
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Ability to ride a bicycle for extended periods of time
Ability to learn mosquito control methods
Ability to read maps
Ability to obtain a MN pesticide applicator license
Ability to use GPS navigation, smart phone, and relevant computer software
Read, write, and follow written and oral instructions
Perform math and understand units of measure
Perform moderately demanding physical activities
Learn and perform operation of District vehicles and mosquito control equipment
Follow all District and OSHA safety requirements
Be at least 18 of age
Possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record
Physical Requirements:
Positions in this class typically require bike riding, stooping, kneeling crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions on wet and uneven terrain. Move and transport up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or use force frequently or constantly to manipulate, lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Some sedentary work involves maintaining a stationary position. Jobs are sedentary if moving is required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Incumbents will be subjected to outdoor work and operation of District vehicles and equipment.