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Harris County · 8 hours ago

Inspector, Mosquito & Vector Control

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Harris County Public Health is a network of public health professionals dedicated to improving health outcomes in one of the most populous counties in the U.S. They are seeking a Mosquito Control Inspector to conduct field inspections, treat mosquito populations, and provide public education in the assigned area. The role includes monitoring pest control measures and maintaining equipment used in mosquito control operations.

Government Administration

H1B Sponsor Likely

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

Pest managementBiology fieldworkEnvironmental monitoringTexas Certified Pesticide LicenseMicrosoft Office SuiteGPS utilizationMap readingMeasurement calculationCommunication skills

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

Company

Harris County

Harris County focuses on transportation, public health, housing, justice and safety, the environment, and other issues.

Founded in 1836

Houston, Texas, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.harriscountytx.gov/

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