Overview
In addition to minimizing the presence of unwanted pests, Mosquito Control plays a key role in helping to ensure public and community safety. Orange County Mosquito Control has a working laboratory where researchers examine mosquitoes and larva found within the community. This information helps Orange County identify target areas for treatment and migration trends. Their efforts range from removing standing water, which serves as a breeding area, to providing research and information to partner agencies, along with spraying communities to rid them of mosquitoes. Mosquito Control works in partnership with the Florida Department of Health (DOH), which is the lead agency monitoring for the presence of infectious disease in Florida. DOH provides critical information to key partners throughout the state regarding the status or spread of infectious disease.
The Mosquito Control Division is looking for motivated individuals, who are dedicated to ensuring public safety, to join our team. This position performs entry-level skilled work in the application of approved chemicals to control immature and adult mosquitoes. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Mosquito Control Manager and is reviewed through inspection of daily activity records submitted and direct observation. Available shifts are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., or night shift from 5:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., based on operational needs.
Representative Duties
Monitors and inspects mosquito breeding habitat to include natural and manmade areas within the County.
Operates vehicles and various spray equipment and applies products to control mosquito populations as needed.
Stores, mixes and applies pesticides in strict accordance with state and federal regulations.
Responds in a timely manner to calls for mosquito control assistance from the public.
Maintains daily records of work activity to include pesticide use records.
Maintains vehicle, computer, and pesticide application equipment.
Works in environment and builds knowledge to identify various mosquito species in both the adult and larval stages as well as various mosquito habitat.
Assists with duties related to the divisions surveillance program including setting and retrieving mosquito traps.
Performs basic calculations to determine the correct amount of product required to treat any given area.
Assists with duties related to the divisions Sentinel Chicken program.
Uses personal protective equipment as required.
Performs other related duties as required
Minimum Qualifications
Open Date: 05/28/2024
Close Date: 06/11/2024
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Preferences
Prefer one year of experience in any combination of the following areas: pesticide application, grounds maintenance, construction, or other related outdoor occupation.
Application Deadline
Posting Open: May 28, 2024
Posting Close: June 11, 2024
Subject to close without prior notice
Salary Information$16.32- $26.25/hour, based on qualifications and Orange County Policy
See website for $1,000 sign on incentive guidelines
Veterans Preference
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the close date of the posting. Please submit a cover letter and copies of documents, not originals, to Orange County Human Resources Division, PO Box 1393, Orlando, FL 32801-1393 or fax to (407) 836-0098 (only Veterans' Preference documentation will be accepted by fax). Your cover letter should include the position posting number you are applying for, the title of the position and the last 4 digits of your social security number.
Educational Requirements
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.32 - $26.25 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Schedule:
Work Location: In person