Tech Mosquito
Vector Disease Control International (VDCI) · Louisiana, United States · 4 days ago
Customer ServiceFull-time
Benefits
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Responsibilities
- Routinely inspect control zones for potential mosquito breeding habitat and the presence of mosquito larvae by visual inspection and “dipping”
- Audit each inspection site and utilize the appropriate control techniques, such as: no action, source reduction, biological control, public education and chemical control (including the application of larvicides and adulticides at the labeled application rates)
- Place and retrieve monitoring devices for accessing mosquito populations
- Accurately record all findings and control activities on the appropriate log sheet and GPS unit, and enter data into VDCI’s database as required by the contract
- 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) regularly
- Communicate respectfully, honestly, and knowledgeably to residents at all times during service request inspections, routine larvicide activities, or during any other public relations activities
- Know and follow the proper and safe operations of all equipment used
- Mix pesticides & fill sprayers accurately as needed, and follow all required safety precautions for the application of products
- React to change promptly and effectively, and handle other essential tasks as assigned
- Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills and the ability to present information in both internal and external settings
Essential Job Functions
- Comfortable with self-directed working conditions after a training period
- 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
What do you need?
- Demonstrated attention to detail
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
- Open to learning and becoming knowledgeable in the area of pest control
- 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
- 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
- Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by us)
- Customer-facing experience preferred
Why Choose Us?
- A career with the Rentokil family of companies can be a professional trajectory filled with opportunity
- We pride ourselves on being a world-class team that rewards high performance, and we love to promote from within
- We offer competitive pay and many of our roles offer performance incentives
- 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