Part-Time Seasonal Mosquito Field Technician

Clarke•Clearwater Township, MN

47d•Onsite

About The Position

Clarke Mosquito Services of Clearwater, MN is seeking to hire a Part-Time Seasonal Mosquito Field Technician. You will be responsible for protecting our customers from disease and annoyance caused by mosquitoes. As a Field Technician you will be treating residential areas for mosquitoes with gas-powered or electric backpack, and ULV (ultra-low volume) sprayers. Hands-on training will be provided in all areas, no experience needed. This position is perfect for someone who is passionate about public health, sustainability, and enjoys working outdoors.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older
Have a valid driver's License with an excellent driving record
Possess a high school degree or equivalent with high school level math skills
Communicate effectively in English in both written and verbal forms
Required to pass the Minnesota Department of Agriculture Exams (training provided)
Ability to work during the entire season (generally May – October)
Ability to work independently
Ability to remove all jewelry in compliance to company policy
Be able to sit, drive a vehicle for extended periods of time
Ability to bend, lift, and carry up to 80 lb. backpack during treatments for extensive amounts of time
Candidate must be comfortable performing assigned duties in the field from a vehicle while navigating through various residential communities, urban environments and traffic patterns where environmental conditions that is affected by weather
Capable of using a handheld technical device including, but not limited to, smartphones, GPS, and system applications
Candidate must also be comfortable performing assigned duties outdoors while walking through various and challenging terrain including, but not limited to water, heavy vegetation and uneven land throughout residential communities, urban environments, and forested areas where environmental conditions are affected by weather

Nice To Haves

Are you a student? Depending on your return date and school schedule, we might be able to offer part-time work until the end of our season!

Responsibilities

Ability to follow GPS Routes
Document all treatment records into our database via company issued phone/tablet
Backpacking Residential Properties
May be trained to perform Truck ULV (ultra-low volume) spraying
Calculating Proper Dosage and applying pesticide to mosquito habitats
May be trained to operate ATV