PT Vector Control Technician

Hamilton County, Indiana • Noblesville, IN

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About The Position

Incumbent serves as Vector Control Technician, conducts field surveillance and performs appropriate activities and procedures to control mosquito activity and prevent possible outbreaks of related diseases.

Requirements

• Students majoring in Biology, Entomology, Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Public Health or closely related field.
• To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must have a dependable vehicle. Hamilton County will provide reimbursement of .44/mile. (Usually a fleet vehicle is available for use)
• Possession of a valid Indiana driver's license, and demonstrated safe driving record.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions/directions, and appropriately respond to constructive criticism.
• Ability to competently serve the public with diplomacy and respect, including occasional encounters with irate/hostile persons.
• Ability to occasionally work extended, evening and/or weekend hours.
• Ability to comply with all employer/department personnel policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.
• Ability to work alone and with others in a team environment, and maintain appropriate, respectful interrelationships with co-workers.
• As a result of the duties associated with this job, there is the potential of becoming exposed to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious diseases. To safeguard employees and eliminate the liability placed on Hamilton County, employees working in this position shall begin the three shot Hepatitis B vaccination and subsequent training within 10 days of their initial job assignment per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030(f)(2)(i). The initial and two subsequent vaccinations shall be administered by the Hamilton County Health Department and are free of charge to the employee. If the employee has previously received the three shot Hepatitis B vaccination, official documentation must be provided to the supervisor identifying the dates in which each shot was appropriately administered. A Temporary Medical Declination may be made for a period of up to six months. A Declination form must be completed, outlining the medical reasons for the temporary declination and forwarded to the Safety & Risk Manager. Employees temporarily declining the vaccine are prohibited from performing any duties in which they may be exposed to a blood borne pathogen or other potentially infectious disease until they are able to begin/continue the series of vaccinations. Failure to comply will result in termination of employment.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and monitors known and reported mosquito breeding areas, assesses appropriate methods for control, and applies proper control and / or eradication techniques.
• Apply larvicide chemicals to identified mosquito breeding sites to prevent the emergence of adult biting mosquitoes.
• Collect mosquito larval samples and sort adult mosquito collections prior to identification.
• Place ovitraps, light traps, gravid traps, and other monitors in selected areas to capture mosquito eggs and adults to determine mosquito population levels.
• Apply adulticide chemicals via truck mounted Ultra-Low Volume applicator device and hand-held thermal fog device to control adult biting mosquitoes.
• Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and application equipment; check mechanical functions, oil fluid supply of trucks; report problems to supervisor.
• Maintain and repair light traps, gravid traps and other equipment as required.
• Inspect, maintain, and use all personal protective equipment required to perform job duties.
• Maintain detailed computer records and organized document and record files for all activities as required.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life (employee, spouse, children), Long and short-term Disability
• Hamilton County Employee Health Center & Pharmacy (Noblesville/Westfield): High quality primary medical care facility and wellness services
• Advocacy Program – One-on-one appointment with a Physician to evaluate chronic illness/injuries
• Nutrition Education and Wellness Center (diabetes, high cholesterol, weight loss and management, cancer and kids health)
• Pharmacy – Low-cost co-payments, encourage use of generic meds, Medication Management Program providing review of medication interactions/effectiveness
• Sick leave, bereavement, holidays (10-13 per year), compensatory time, paid time off (1 week at 6 months, 2 weeks at 1 year then an additional day each year until max of 22 days on year 15). Upon completion of 30 years of service time, employees earn 1 additional day per year up to 40 years of service time.
• Indiana Public Employee Retirement Fund Pension (annuity & pension), AUL Deferred Compensation Plan, McCready Retirement (Merit staff)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees