Catch Basin Mosquito Technician - St. Paul - Seasonal

Seasonal Positions 

Work Outdoors this Summer within your Community!

Catch Basin Mosquito Technician is a crucial role that keeps our District operations running smoothly. You will use district vehicles and equipment to perform the vital functions of our integrated pest management program. You will be working outdoors and experience some really cool natural environments. Becoming a technician is a great opportunity for those interested in gaining experience in Public Health, Field Biology, Entomology, or Community Outreach or for those looking to stay active with a rewarding summer opportunity.

Hiring starts in February running through the season with flexible start and end dates.  The season begins in the spring and usually ends in fall. 

MMCD also comes with perks to support you in your personal and professional journey. We’re committed to teamwork, community, learning, and development. Our ultimate goal is that you leave here with tools that will help you in your life, whether you work for the District for one season or many! 

Salary: $17.00-$20.65 per hour

Benefits:

•    Paid Training 

•    Paid Holidays

•    Paid Time Off

•    Employee Assistance Program

•    Flexible Start and End dates (between April and October)

•    May fulfill Internship Requirements

•    Uniforms

As a technician you will: 

•    Survey for and control mosquitoes that transmit diseases 

•    Educate the public regarding all aspects of District programs, with emphasis on ways to reduce risk of mosquito and tick-borne diseases.

•    Survey for and control nuisance causing mosquitoes.

•    Monitor deer tick populations and provide public education regarding Lyme and other tick-borne diseases

What you bring to the team: 

•    The belief that people are the source of extraordinary experiences, and the desire to contribute to something bigger than yourself, every day

•    A willingness to learn and an openness to feedback, coaching and mentorship

•    The ability to legally work in the USA, A high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver license

Schedule:

•    Day shift

•    Monday through Friday

•    Up to 40+ hours per week

•    Opportunity for overtime 

•    There are 7 locations in the metro area

MMCD is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. 

Job Title

                Catch Basin Mosquito Technician

Brief Definition

Working outdoors, under general direction you will locate, survey, and treat storm water catch basins for control of mosquito larvae.

Essential Duties 

Responsibilities include:

Promoting health and well-being by protecting the public from disease and annoyance caused by mosquitoes, gnats (black flies), and ticks in an environmentally safe manner.

Controlling mosquitoes in storm water catch basins by bicycle or vehicle.

Assisting with surveillance of mosquito larvae in storm water catch basins.

Inspecting and sampling public and private properties for larval habitat and adult mosquitoes

Assisting with other mosquito surveillance or research projects

Documenting all field activities and insecticide use in our data base via smart phone apps.

Calculating proper dosage and applying granular pesticides to larval habitats

Communicating effectively with coworkers and the public

Promoting a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace 

Occasionally duties include:  

Testing mosquito samples for West Nile virus

Updating digital maps using GIS software

Simple maintenance of buildings, vehicles, bicycles, and other District equipment

Performing other job-related duties as required or directed.

Participating in outreach activities like county and state fair information booths or parades

Employment Standards

Experience:

                No previous experience required.

                Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

Ability to ride a bicycle for extended periods of time.

                Ability to learn mosquito control methods. 

                Ability to read maps.

                Ability to obtain a MN pesticide applicator license. 

                Ability to use GPS navigation, smart phone, and relevant computer software.

                Read, write, and follow written and oral instructions. 

                Perform math and understand units of measure.

                Perform moderately demanding physical activities.

                Learn and perform operation of District vehicles and mosquito control equipment.

Follow all District and OSHA safety requirements.

Be at least 18 of age.  

Possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record.

MMCD has predetermined that all seasonal classification positions are six (6) months or less in duration.

Physical Requirements:

Positions in this class typically require bike riding, stooping, kneeling crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions on wet and uneven terrain. Move and transport up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or use force frequently or constantly to manipulate, lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Some sedentary work involves maintaining a stationary position. Jobs are sedentary if moving is required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Incumbents will be subjected to outdoor work and operation of District vehicles and equipment.