What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vector Control Technician Part Time position at City of Canton?
Wage Information: $15.81-$23.72/HOURLY
THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION FOR UP TO 16 WEEKS.
Applicants must apply at governmentjobs.com. Applicants MUST submit a copy of a valid photo ID along with their application and any other pertinent documentation.
To be eligible for this position, applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or have a permanent resident card. Applicants must be a High School graduate or possess a G.E.D. be at least 18 years of age.
This position is open to everyone, no experience is required. This is a great position to find your start with City Government! This may be a great role for high school or college students who are interested in Public Health, Environmental Science, and other related fields, over the summer. Apply today to see all the City of Canton has to offer!
Position Summary:
A person in this class is responsible for conducting a variety of public health field or office duties under the supervision of a Registered Environmental Health Specialist, or other supervisory staff at the department. Duties may include the inspection of facilities, responding to complaints, investigation of mosquito and rodent complaints, sample collection including the collection of mosquitoes and birds, application of pesticides for control of mosquito and animal vectors, research, office duties, and other duties that may be assigned.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct inspections under the direction of supervisory staff.
- Conduct rodent, mosquito, and vector control needs assessments by surveying public and private property including the application of pesticides.
- Record data on appropriate form/log and prepare basic correspondence, memos, and reports
- Assist in nuisance cleanup and recycling center operations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Preference will be given if the person is enrolled in a college or university or has previous experience in the field of public health.
- Must have a valid Ohio driver’s license with a good driving record.
- A person of this classification will be expected to respond to public health emergencies
- A person of this classification may be required to work with restricted pesticides and other chemicals. Use of appropriate personal protection equipment may be required, including the use of respirators and other protective equipment.
- A person of this classification may work in a field environment that may include climbing ladders, walking on unimproved lands such as fields, carrying field equipment, exposure to inclement weather, and other hazards associated with an outdoor environment.
- This job may require scheduling of duties at night or other non-traditional work hours
- Limited travel may be required.
- Office settings include sitting for long periods of time and viewing a computer screen for long periods of time
- Should have the ability to lift/hoist 25 pounds.
Salary : $16 - $24
