Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for the safe, efficient applications of products to control mosquito populations in response to surveillance data. During periods of low to no mosquito-borne disease transmission, this position will assist other areas of Mosquito Control as needed. Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Applies insecticides by driving truck mounted Ultra Low Volume (ULV) spray equipment through assigned areas at night and enters data into the ULV monitoring systems.
Performs appropriate control measures to adult mosquito and mosquito larvae populations in assigned areas as required.
Monitors environmental and mechanical conditions during insecticidal applications to insure accurate delivery of material.
Uses pesticides in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines, and records all usage.
Assists with special projects; Cross-trains duties with peers.
During the recovery period, assists in other duties such as maintenance of application equipment and vehicles, building and ground maintenance, cleaning duties and field surveying, including used and abandoned tire retrieval throughout the community. Assists in technical and non-technical service duties in other areas of Division as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Knowledge of Insecticides preferred

REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma/GED. .
Strong verbal skills and ability to interact and communicate effectively with other employees and the public.
Ability to complete assigned tasks within tight deadlines, and the ability to prioritize own work; must be able to multitask and maintain dependability and reliability.
Knowledge of record keeping procedures, spreadsheets, word processing.
Valid Texas Drivers License.
Required to obtain and maintain a Noncommercial Political Pesticide Applicator License within 2 months of employment.

SALARY RANGE: $17.60 - $22.00 hourly based on qualifications