Inspector/Sprayer III - MC

Department:Mosquito Control Department

Organizational Unit: Countywide Mosquito Control

Position Type:Permanent Full Time/Part Time:Full Time

Open Until Filled.

$21.23 to $23.35 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. South Area/Grant Valkaria/Countywide. Wock schedule is Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30p.m. and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. Performs skilled technical and skilled service work which may be complex in nature and/or large in scope. Responsible for projects and tasks and the supervision of Mosquito Control employees working on those tasks.

REQUIREMENTS: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in mosquito control application. Mosquito control application experience must include automotive or water craft operation experience, documenting service activity, developing and documenting electronic and written records and/or reports, project or task management experience, and two (2) of the following areas: aircraft support, construction, heavy equipment operation, equipment repairs, impoundment operations, airboat operations and fogging system operations. Additional education cannot be substituted for mosquito control application experience. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license and maintain said license during the term of employment. Must possess certification as an Arthropod Control Applicator in accordance with the specifications set forth in Florida Statute 388.361(4). Must have experience in the identification of mosquitoes and mosquito larvae and the ability to properly identify the appropriate chemical(s) to effectively treat. Must be physically capable at all times of properly wearing and utilizing the appropriate respiratory protection. Must be able to work extended hours during peak season, mosquito outbreaks, and fires and/or overtime. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man made disaster which may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

1. The employee must be able to:
   
   
   
   • LIFT:50 lbs. or more
   • CARRY:50 lbs. or more
   • PUSH:50 lbs. or more
   • PULL:50 lbs. or more
   
   
   
   
2. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
   
   
   
   • STAND:5 - 8 hours
   • WALK:5 - 8 hours
   • SIT:5 - 8 hours
   • DRIVE:5 - 8 hours
   
   
   
   
3. The employee must repetitively perform:
   
   
   
   • Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Operating foot controls; Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
   
   
   
   
4. The employee must be able to:
   
   
   
   • Balance; Bend; Climb; Crawl; Dig; Kneel; Reach; Smell; Stoop
   
   
   
   
5. The employee must have:
   
   
   
   • Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech; Use of both eyes
   
   
   
   
6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
   
   
   
   • N/A
   
   
   
   

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee:
   
   
   
   • At heights above/below ground level; Below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; With chemicals or solvents; With feet, legs or hands in water; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With grease; With hazardous materials; With lawn grasses, plants, etc.; With odors; With oils; With poor lighting; Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with Others
   
   
   
   
2. Other working conditions:
   
   
   
   • Additional driving for nighttime spray missions for 3-5 hours will be required.