Lee County Mosquito/Hyacinth Control Districts
Mosquito Control Biologist I
SALARY: $27.01 - $31.50 Hourly
LOCATION: Lehigh Acres, FL
JOB TYPE: Full-time
JOB NUMBER: 2023-18
ORGANIZATION: Mosquito Control
DEPARTMENT: Mosquito Larvaciding
OPENING DATE: 05/22/2023
Agency: Lee County Mosquito/Hyacinth Control Districts
After successful completion of an extensive training program, this full-time field position will lead to a supervisory role in anassigned geographical area performing aerial control and overseeing marine and ground mosquito control operations.
Essential Functions
Bachelors Degree in a biological science from an accredited college or university
Must have a valid Class E Florida’s driver’s license and a clean driving record
Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and have the ability to learn and operate internal programsincluding GIS systems and databases
Must be able to work a varied schedule including working on weekends and nights
Ability to ride in helicopters and boats and operate a variety of small equipment
Must be able to communicate effectively in English and be able to read and understand chemical label instructions inEnglish
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Florida Public Health Pest Control License within six months of hire
Qualifications
Previous mosquito control experience, preferably in Florida
Supervisory experience
Current Florida Public Health Pest Control License and/or Advanced Public Health Pest Control License
Bachelors Degree in Entomology from an accredited college or university
Course work in Biology 1 and 2 w/lab, Chemistry 1 and 2 w/lab, Physics 1 and 2 w/lab, Ecology, Genetics, OrganicChemistry, Statistics 1, and Calculus 1
Supplemental Information
To Apply: Submit an application on our career website select link:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lcmcd
Equal Opportunity Employer; Drug Free Workplace; Veterans Preference to those who qualify