Seasonal Part-Time Mosquito Spray Truck Driver

About the role

The primary purpose of this role is to be responsible for safely and effectively operating a mosquito control spray truck as part of an integrated mosquito management program. At VDCI, we have a strong focus on preventing the spread of diseases through mosquito control. We complete mosquito surveillance and preventative services, as well as large-scale spraying.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly spray assigned zones as instructed by the contract supervisor.
• Properly use GPS monitor equipment nightly as instructed, and report any malfunctions immediately.
• Accurately record all required data from each spray mission on the appropriate log sheet.
• Be thoroughly familiar with all applicable chemical labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and handle/apply all chemicals according to label specifications.
• Know and follow proper safety and spill procedures at all times, and use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Know and follow the proper and safe operations of all equipment used.
• Fully support, enforce, promote and implement the company's safety policies and programs.
• React to change promptly and effectively, and handle other essential tasks as assigned.
• Work is regularly performed outdoors and may include exposure to potentially hazardous situations and substances such as weather conditions, challenging and uneven/unstable terrain, pesticides, dust and airborne particulates, excessive noise, biting insects, hazardous plants, and wild and domestic animals.
• Must be capable of lifting and using items such as chemical containers and application equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle and make sure it and all other equipment is kept clean.

Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Open to learning and becoming knowledgeable in the area of pest control.
• Comfortable with self-directed working conditions after a training period.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possess a valid driver's license from state of residence.
• Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills and the ability to present information in both internal and external settings.
• Basic math skills — add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. You'll need to be able to follow instructions for mixing on product labels.
• With our help you'll need to maintain the licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations.

Qualifications

• Customer-facing experience preferred.

Benefits

All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits after they meet certain criteria.

• Professional and Personal Growth: Multiple avenues to grow your career; training and development programs available; tuition reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues).
• Health and Wellness: Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1; health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more.
• Savings and Retirement: 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
• Work-Life Balance: Vacation days & sick days; company-paid holidays & floating holidays; a company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility.