About This Role
This role involves leading a team in conducting field inspections to locate and identify mosquito-breeding areas, and performing other related work. It suits an individual with experience in mosquito extermination who can guide and instruct other inspectors.
Responsibilities
- Inspect mosquitoes hiding or breeding areas
- Respond to complaints and inquiries from the public
- Wear and use protective clothing and equipment according to specific manufacturer's directions
- Select and apply different chemicals in designated areas according to appropriate methods and techniques using manual or power equipment
- Weigh, measure, and mix chemicals and mediums according to specific directions in order to prepare commonly used insecticides
- Take the lead and provide guidance and instruction to inspectors and others assigned to the unit
- Collect samples of insect larva for identification by supervisor or specialist
- Perform minor maintenance work on extermination equipment to maintain equipment in working order
- Perform unskilled labor when required
- Prepare reports and maintain records
Requirements
- High School Diploma
- Two (2) years of experience in mosquito extermination work
- Possession of or the ability to obtain a current and valid certificate as a commercial pesticide applicator or a commercial pesticide operator issued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
- Driver’s license valid in New Jersey
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams, Word, Outlook and Excel programs
- Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Enrollment into the state pension system
- Life, Short-term Disability & Long-term Disability coverage
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance and Employee Wellness Programs
Important Details
- Schedule: 40 hours per week, with occasional overtime, weekends, evenings, holidays and on-call as required
Application Process
- Send resume and employment application, putting the job title in the subject line
About the Company
The Bergen County Department of Health coordinates and assures the preservation, protection, and promotion of the health, wellbeing, and quality of life for all Bergen County residents. Through a wide range of services, BCDHS creates healthy and thriving communities.