Mosquito Program Technician (2 vacancies)

County of Lancaster • Lancaster, PA

2d • $16 • Onsite

About The Position

This person will perform Integrated Mosquito Management techniques throughout Lancaster County which include surveillance, control, and education. This person will report to the Grounds Superintendent, position #00500293, at the Park location. This person will work closely with the Lebanon and Lancaster County Mosquito-borne Disease Program Coordinator who is not an employee of the County of Lancaster.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; working towards or has obtained a bachelor’s or associate degree or higher; or an equivalent combination of education, experience, in entomology, environmental resource management, biology or closely related field.
• Must have and maintain a valid PA Driver's License with an acceptable driving record in accordance with County policy and submit to driving record background check
• Ability to acquire and maintain CORE and Category 16 Pesticide Applicator’s License within 60 days of hire
• Ability to read and understand pesticide labels for application rates and safe handling
• Ability to read road maps to travel to project collections sites
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work well with minimum supervision
• Ability to work well alone or with others
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening
• Ability to lift 75 pounds to waist height, 50 pounds to shoulder height, and 40 pounds above the head
• Ability to transport and set up equipment
• Must be able to navigate uneven terrain for long distances
• Must be able to navigate and work in heavily wooded and/or wet areas
• Ability to perform strenuous tasks over extended periods of time
• Ability to stoop, bend from the waist and reach overhead frequently, and for extended periods of time
• Must be willing to work outdoors in all types of weather

Nice To Haves

• Experience working outdoors preferred
• Experience using hand tools preferred
• CORE and Category 16 Pesticide License preferred or the ability to achieve one within 60 days of hire

Responsibilities

• Fieldwork, data collection, data entry, and adult mosquito and larval control activities in coordination with the PA Department of Environmental Protection staff
• Safely operate a pickup truck
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to follow County and Departmental Policies and Procedures
• Repair small motors, when needed
• Ability to operate a computer to navigate the internet and use Windows platform (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Creates, sends, receives, reads, and responds to email
• Works with a computer daily
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• The County of Lancaster offers comprehensive benefits to our employees.
• Read more about our benefits here
• Lancaster County Government provides Equal Employment Opportunity for all persons regardless of race, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information or disability.
• The County also observes all applicable laws regarding Veterans status.
• The County reflects this action in all areas of employment and compensation practices and policies.
• Employment with the County is based upon the ability to perform the job as well as dependability and reliability once an individual is hired.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree