Mosquito Program Technician (2 vacancies)

JOB SUMMARY

• This person will perform Integrated Mosquito Management techniques throughout Lancaster County which include surveillance, control, and education.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

• 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.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• 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

OTHER SPECIFIC TASKS OR DUTIES

• 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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• 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.
• Experience working outdoors preferred
• Experience using hand tools preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• 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

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/CLEARANCES

• 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
• CORE and Category 16 Pesticide License preferred or the ability to achieve one within 60 days of hire
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• 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