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Personnel Plus, Inc. - Boise Mosquito Surveillance Tech- Abatement Division P/T in Boise, Idaho
This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2529868
Personnel Plus, Inc. Boise, is NOW HIRING Mosquito Surveillance Techs!
TuesdayFriday, 5:30AM9:30/10:00AM
Excellent opportunity with the County Mosquito Abatement Division
Long-term seasonal position lasting up to 5 months
\$17.50 per hour starting wage
Paid training and licensing provided
Dispatch location based out of Meridian, ID
Flexible scheduling, with potential for additional hours on other projects or teams
Gain experience working in public health
DUTIES:
Collect and identify mosquitoes to help keep residents safe from mosquito-borne diseases
Use GPS and other field technology for sample collection and navigate to collection sites
Retrieve samples from traps for lab identification
Prepare mosquitoes for disease testing
Identify mosquito species accurately
Operate surveillance and sampling equipment
Maintain and care for equipment
Learn mosquito life stages and breeding habitats
Assist in special projects as assigned
Support collection, monitoring, and distribution of biological control agents
Use and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) according to safety guidelines
Perform other related duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
Valid drivers license with a good driving record
Must be drug-free
Knowledge of basic mathematics
Ability to safely operate county equipment
Ability to read, understand, and follow chemical labels, SDS sheets, and written work orders
Ability to use computers, mobile field devices, and GPS technology
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and the public
Ability to work independently in the field and collaboratively as part of a team
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Willingness to work in a safety-sensitive position subject to random drug testing
Why work for Personnel Plus, Inc.
As the area\'s largest Staffing Service, we value adding you as a member of our great team
Your application will be considered for many urgent openings
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Flex pay - choose Direct Deposit, pay card, or paper check
Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance
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