NEOGOV · 2 hours ago
Inspector, Mosquito & Vector Control
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expHarris County Public Health is committed to improving health outcomes for the community, and they are seeking a Mosquito Control Inspector to conduct field inspections and manage mosquito populations. The role involves treating for mosquito larvae and adults, providing public education, and maintaining vehicles and equipment used in the inspection process.
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Responsibilities
Inspects for mosquito public health pest problems specifically larval development sites and mosquito adult populations within Harris County and but not limited to the ship channel and bordering wetlands and waterways, including dredge spoil areas, storm sewers, catch basins, ditches etc
During inspections sample/collect adult and larval populations to identify them as appropriate, photograph/map mosquito breeding sites for potential litigation use, deploy light traps, preform landing rates to determine adult migration patterns, and record all data collected into the database
Performs appropriate control measures to mosquito populations or other pests as required
Uses pesticides in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines, and records all usage
Monitors application rate and checks chemical calibration
Analyzes meteorological, tidal data and larval development sites to forecast larval hatch and adult emergence
Inspects vehicle and equipment used daily, performs minor field maintenance on spray equipment, helps mechanic with minor repairs, and assists in mixing insecticides
Perform nighttime ULV (Ultra Low Volume) applications to control mosquito populations in assigned areas based on disease surveillance and division needs
Other duties as assigned including special tasks involved in responding to an emergency event
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
At least one (1) year of experience pest management, biology fieldwork, or environmental monitoring
Valid Driver's License (Texas upon hire) along with a good driving record required for daily surveillance and collection of species
Must acquire a Texas Certified Pesticide Noncommercial Political Applicator's License within one year of employment
Basic skills using Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of general biology and morphology of mosquitoes and their control
Ability to able to calculate and comprehend simple measurements
Experience in reading and comprehending maps
Ability to utilize a GPS unit
Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
Preferred
At least one (1) season of experience with an organized mosquito control program or public health agency or operations
Benefits
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Wellness Plan
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
One (1) floating holiday per year
Paid Parental Leave*
Sick Leave
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Professional learning & development opportunities
Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan)
Flexible work schedule*
METRO RideSponsor Program*
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
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