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Mosquito Control Operator - PT/Seasonal

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Mosquito Control Operator - PT/Seasonal

Salary

$12.83 - $15.39 Hourly

Location

220 W Defee St. Baytown, TX

Job Type

Part Time

Job Number

24-00119

Department

Health

Opening Date

04/16/2024

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

Job Summary

Join our team as a Mosquito Control Operator and embark on a rewarding career safeguarding public health and the environment. We are seeking motivated individuals with a passion for outdoor work and attention to detail to assist in monitoring and controlling mosquito populations. Ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic, the ability to work independently as well as part of a team, and a commitment to environmental conservation. Apply now to make a difference in our community by helping to maintain safe and comfortable outdoor spaces.

This position is a part-time, seasonal position that typically runs between April – October, and work schedules can are any day of the week. This position works late evening/nights of 4-5 hour shifts with an average of 25hrs/week depending on need and weather conditions.

Spray the public streets and City parks of the City of Baytown for adult mosquito population control.

Duties

• Controls the mosquito population through application of driving and spraying adulticides using truck mounted ULV equipment.

• Assists Mosquito Control Technician with mosquito control truck maintenance, and cleaning of the garage.

• Assists Mosquito Control Technician with washing operations on the emptied barrels.

• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).

  PREFERRED:

• Previous experience with safe handling of pesticides.

• Knowledge of chemical flow pumps and electric control systems.

• Knowledge of the Baytown area.

• Certified State of Texas Pesticide Applicator license; category: Vector Control

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Good driving record, mechanical aptitude; knowledge of the safe use of pesticides. Good public communication skills. Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public.

Attendance is an essential function of this position. The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime. This position provides services or performs duties for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of your job. In the event of an evacuation, the incumbent in this position may be required to remain to perform needed services.

Overall Position Strength Demands

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

How to Apply

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01

Do you possess a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)?

• Yes

• No

  02

  Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record? (Must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days)

• Yes

• No

  03

  Do you possess previous experience with safe handling of pesticides?

• Yes

• No

  04

  Do you have knowledge of chemical flow pumps and electric control systems?

• Yes

• No

  05

  Do you have knowledge of the Baytown area?

• Yes

• No

  06

  Do you possess a Certified State of Texas Pesticide Applicator license; category: Vector Control?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question

Agency

City of Baytown

Address

2401 Market Street Baytown, Texas, 77520

Phone

281-422-8281

Website

http://www.baytown.org

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