Vector Control Technician - Field - Part Time - No Benefits

Utah County Government•Los Banos, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Vector Control Technician – Field performs field inspections, larval surveillance, adult mosquito monitoring, and pesticide applications throughout Utah County as part of the Integrated Mosquito Management (IMM) program. This position is responsible for identifying mosquito breeding habitats, conducting larval treatments, applying adulticides as assigned, documenting field activities using GIS systems, and interacting professionally with the public. Technicians receive daily task assignments and guidance from program Coordinators but remain 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.
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 pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Knowledge of mosquito biology and basic water ecology.
Knowledge of pesticide safety and mosquito control principles.
Knowledge of GPS/GIS-based mapping tools and digital reporting systems.
Skilled in safe operation of sprayers, ATVs, hand tools, and field equipment.
Ability to follow directions, meet deadlines, and work independently.
Ability to accurately document field activities and maintain detailed records.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
Ability to work outdoors in challenging environments for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Equivalent experience in outdoor work, agriculture, biology, or related tasks is beneficial.
Experience in vector control, agriculture, ecology, or outdoor labor.
Experience with GIS or electronic field-reporting systems.
Experience operating ATVs, sprayers, or similar equipment.

Responsibilities

Conduct systematic inspections of assigned zones to identify mosquito breeding sources.
Sample standing water to collect larvae and assess population levels.
Apply larvicides using hand, backpack, and ATV-mounted equipment.
Assist with nighttime ULV (Ultra-Low Volume) adulticide operations as assigned.
Maintain accurate treatment logs, larval sampling data, and inspection records.
Record field activities using iPads and GIS-based mosquito abatement software.
Update habitat maps, treatment zones, and breeding site information.
Report significant findings, high-risk breeding areas, or program needs to the appropriate supervisor.
Maintain and clean equipment including sprayers, ATVs, PPE, and field tools.
Follow all pesticide label requirements, safety protocols, and county regulations.
Operate County vehicles safely and report any maintenance needs.
Assist other program areas—including aerial, larval control, ULV, and laboratory teams—when needed.
Support trap deployment and retrieval upon request from the Lab Coordinator.
Participate in team briefings, safety meetings, and ongoing training.
Interact respectfully and professionally with residents encountered in the field.
Provide general information about mosquito control when appropriate and refer complex inquiries to supervisors.
Respond to operational needs, weather-based changes, or public health emergencies as assigned.
Carry assigned communication devices during work hours.