Vector Control Technician - Bike - Part Time - No Benefits
About The Position
The Vector Control Technician – Bike performs mosquito surveillance and larval control using bicycle-based inspection routes in urban and suburban environments. This position supports the Integrated Mosquito Management (IMM) program by locating and treating breeding habitats in storm drains, gutters, irrigation features, parks, neighborhoods, and other small-scale environments where bike access provides greater efficiency. Technicians receive daily assignments and mentorship from program Coordinators while operating under the overall supervision and operational authority of the Director and Operations Supervisor.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- No prior mosquito abatement experience required.
- Knowledge of urban mosquito habitats, storm drain systems, and water flow
- Knowledge of pesticide safety and basic vector control principles
- Knowledge of GIS tools and digital reporting systems
- Skilled in safe bicycle operation, including navigating traffic and varying terrain
- Skilled in communicating clearly with supervisors, team members, and the public
- Ability to safely apply larvicides and maintain accurate treatment records
- Ability to work efficiently in hot weather, rain, or variable conditions
- Ability to work independently while maintaining team accountability
- Must obtain a Utah Public Health Pesticide Applicator License (training provided)
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and obtain a Utah license within 60 days
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
Nice To Haves
- Outdoor work experience, biking experience, or vector control familiarity is helpful.
- Experience in biking-intensive roles
- Experience with GIS or mobile field reporting
- Experience in pest control, agriculture, or environmental fieldwork
Responsibilities
- Urban/Residential Surveillance & Treatment Conduct bike-based inspections of storm drains, gutters, curbside inlets, retention basins, and irrigation features.
- Identify mosquito breeding habitats and collect larval samples.
- Apply larvicides using hand and backpack equipment according to label and county standards.
- Log storm drains/structures treated and update GIS records accurately.
- GIS & Digital Reporting Document daily operations using iPads and GIS-based mosquito abatement software.
- Update maps and layers for storm drains, catch basins, and treatment locations.
- Report structural issues, recurring hotspots, or treatment barriers.
- Equipment, Bikes & Safety Maintain bicycles, panniers, sprayers, PPE, and field supplies.
- Report bike maintenance needs promptly; ensure bikes are kept in safe operating condition.
- Follow all pesticide safety and label requirements.
- Use PPE such as gloves, goggles, and protective clothing.
- Integrated Program Support Assist field teams, aerial operations, or laboratory personnel during non-biking periods or as directed.
- Help with trap deployment/retrieval when requested by the Lab Coordinator.
- Participate in team briefings, safety meetings, and ongoing training.
- Public Interaction Interact courteously with neighborhood residents and answer general questions about mosquito work.
- Refer detailed or complex inquiries to supervisors or program leadership.
- Operational Flexibility & Emergencies Adjust routes and priorities based on weather, mosquito activity, or operational needs.
- Respond to public health emergencies and carry assigned communication devices during work hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
