Inspector/Sprayer Trainee - MC

Department:Mosquito Control Department Organizational Unit:Countywide Mosquito & Aquatic Weed Ctl

Position Type:Permanent Full Time/Part Time:Full Time

Open Until Filled.

$16.87 to $18.56 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. North Area/Titusville/Travels Countywide. Work schedule is Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and may include evenings, weekends, and mandatory overtime. Performs entry level service work in the inspection of mosquito breeding areas, application of pesticides and related maintenance work.

REQUIREMENTS:Six (6) months of experience performing manual labor or operating automotive or watercraft which involved keeping simple written records and/or reports;PLUSsix (6) months of experience using a personal computer or tablet. Education cannot be substituted for the required experience.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license and maintain said license during term of employment. Must possess or obtain, within six (6) months of employment, certification as an Arthropod Control Applicator in accordance with the specifications set forth in Florida Statute 388.361(4). Must be physically capable at all times of properly wearing and utilizing the appropriate respiratory protection. Must be able to work extended hours during peak season, mosquito outbreaks, and fires and/or overtime. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster which may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

This position is part of an established career ladder.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

1. The employee must be able to:
   
   
   
   • LIFT:50 lbs. or more
   • CARRY:50 lbs. or more
   • PUSH:50 lbs. or more
   • PULL:50 lbs. or more
   
   
   
   
2. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
   
   
   
   • STAND:5 - 8 hours
   • WALK:5 - 8 hours
   • SIT:5 - 8 hours
   • DRIVE:5 - 8 hours
   
   
   
   
3. The employee must repetitively perform:
   
   
   
   • Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Operating foot controls; Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
   
   
   
   
4. The employee must be able to:
   
   
   
   • Balance; Bend; Climb; Crawl; Dig; Jump; Kneel; Reach; Run; Smell; Stoop
   
   
   
   
5. The employee must have:
   
   
   
   • Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech; Use of both eyes
   
   
   
   
6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
   
   
   
   • N/A
   
   
   
   

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee:
   
   
   
   • At heights above/below ground level; Below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; Other working conditions; With chemicals or solvents; With feet, legs or hands in water; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With grease; With hazardous materials; With lawn grasses, plants, etc.; With odors; With oils; With poor lighting; Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with Others
   
   
   
   
2. Other working conditions:
   
   
   
   • Additional driving for nighttime spray missions for 3-5 hours will be required routinely.