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Burlington County Public Works is now hiring:
INSPECTOR TRAINEE MOSQUITO EXTERMINATION
Burlington County Public Works- Mosquito Division is looking for (1) one full time candidate to be an Inspector Trainee Mosquito Extermination.
Duties: Under direction and close supervision as a trainee and productive worker, performs work involved in learning to locate and recognize mosquito breeding areas. Performs visual inspections of mosquitoes in breeding areas (for example, ditches, private roads, or other similar areas where stagnant water exists) to site evidence of their presence.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
LICENSE: In 1 year must obtain a valid certificate as a commercial pesticide applicator issued by the New jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Benefits & Salary
o Pension, paid vacation, accrued sick time, health & dental.
o Annual Salary $41,443
All interested candidates are asked to send their resume to applications@co.burlington.nj.us. Candidates are asked to put "Inspector Mosquito" in subject line.
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Middlesex County Mosquito Extermination Commission
is now hiring for multiple positions.
INSPECTOR TRAINEE
Job Description: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BtWtmQboAn91jc-i3Sh_T4V_K6YEsZvU/view?usp=sharing
Permanent, Full-time, 40hours/week, NJCSC Open-Competitive
Salary range $37,440 – $45,760
SEASONAL MOSQUITO CONTROL TECH
Job Description: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ge8zmbSL5Mik__enjaYKHox7wBcMAQC3/view?usp=sharing
Seasonal, Full-time (May through September), 35-40 hours/week, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Salary $17/hour
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Morris County Department of Public Works, Division of Mosquito Control is looking to fill multiple positions:
Inspector Trainee, Mosquito Extermination (2 Positions Available)
Brief Description of Job and Division/Department
Morris County Department of Public Works, Division of Mosquito Control is currently accepting applications for Inspector Trainee, Mosquito Extermination. Under direction and supervision, performs work involved in learning to locate and recognize mosquito breeding areas, control mosquito populations and does other related duties as required.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Performs visual inspections of mosquitoes in their habitats such as ditches, swamps, stagnant water
- Learns to select and apply appropriate chemical and biological controls to mosquito habitat
- Responds to service requests and inquiries from the public
May perform minor maintenance work on extermination equipment such as oil change, replacement of belts, and minor repairs to maintain equipment in working order.
Qualifications
Appointees will be required to possess a valid New Jersey driver's license. Successful candidates must become a licensed Pesticide Applicator. Needs to have the ability to understand information about insects, particularly mosquitoes. Must be able to keep records and follow a map as well as work outside in various weather conditions.
Benefits
The starting salary at the time will be $42,575 per union contract.
All full-time employees receive a generous benefit package that includes paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, paid on-the-job training, health and pension benefits as well as overtime opportunities.
The County of Morris is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Department and Division
Public Works: Mosquito Control
Job Location
Highview Ave, Cedar Knolls NJ 07927
How to Apply:
https://www.morriscountynj.gov/Jobs/Inspector-Trainee-Mosquito-Extermination
Mosquito Identification Specialist 1
Brief Description of Job and Division/Department
Morris County Department of Public Works, Division of Mosquito Control is currently accepting applications for Mosquito Identification Specialist 1. Under the close supervision of a supervisory official, identifies species of mosquitoes; tabulates, summarizes and plots results of identification and numbers for use in directing control activities; may assist with mosquito extermination and control work; does other related duties as required.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Sorts light trap collections and separates mosquitoes according to species and genus using a microscope and mosquito key.
- Prepares records of counts and species for use in mosquito control.
- Prepares analysis of findings and may send copies to the appropriate State and county agencies.
- Prepares maps indicating trap collections and breeding areas.
- Maintain and repair surveillance traps.
- Prepares charts or tables comparing findings in the area with surveillance findings in surrounding counties and with previous year's records.
- Inspect and evaluate breeding areas.
- Prepares clear and informative reports and maintains records and files.
- Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Ideal Candidates:
- Enjoy working outdoors throughout all seasons.
- Work independently
- Desire to learn new skills
- Ability to understand information about insects, particularly mosquitoes
Qualifications
Appointees may be required to possess a valid license as a Commercial Pesticide Applicator of the appropriate class, issued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
Benefits:
The starting salary at that time will be $ 50, 239.00 per the union agreement/employment terms.
All full-time employees receive a generous benefit package that includes paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, paid on-the-job training, health and pension benefits, as well as overtime opportunities.
The County of Morris is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (Do not include any information regarding race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, or handicap.)
Department and Division
Public Works: Mosquito Control
How to Apply:
Write the Position Title in under:
What job listing are you applying for?
https://morriscountynj.seamlessdocs.com/ng/fa/JobApp
Clerk 1
Brief Description of Job and Division/Department
Morris County Department of Public Works, Division of Mosquito Control is currently accepting applications for Clerk 1. Under close supervision, performs routine clerical work involving the processing of documents in a variety of functions; does other related duties as required. The primary responsibilities of this position will be payroll processing, communicating with the public and utilizing specialized software.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Receives, screens, reviews and verifies documents.
- Reviews and checks assigned reports, applications, and other documents for corrections and completeness; refers problems to a lead worker or supervisor for resolution.
- Maintains prepared mailing lists.
- Sorts, indexes, and files checks, cash stubs, vouchers, requisitions and other materials, numerically, alphabetically, or according to other predetermined classification; maintains such files.
- Assembles materials for distribution.
- Fills in and checks form letters, circulars, and forms as directed.
- Compiles information and/or numerical data.
- Provides general, routine information in person and over the telephone; refers complicated or non-routine inquiries to appropriate staff.
- May enter and/or retrieve information on a computer terminal.
- May occasionally perform keyboarding/typing duties, but not as the primary function of the position.
- May assist in requisitioning, storing, and distributing office supplies.
- May assist in preparing and verifying payrolls and make simple arithmetic calculations.
- Maintains records and files.
- Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Ideal Candidates:
- Remain calm under pressure
- Have the ability to communicate both orally and in writing clearly and concisely
- Have the ability to multi-task
- Have proficient typing and keyboard entry skills
- Must possess a high-level of professionalism
- Ability to understand information about insects, particularly mosquitoes
Qualifications
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
Appointees will have the ability to comprehend established office routines and department regulations. And to work effectively with associates, superior officials, and members of the public concerned with the work of the department.
Benefits
The starting salary at that time will be $35,763.00 per the union agreement/employment terms.
All full-time employees receive a generous benefit package that includes paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, paid on-the-job training, health and pension benefits, as well as overtime opportunities.
The County of Morris is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (Do not include any information regarding race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, or handicap.)
Department and Division
Public Works: Mosquito Control
How to Apply:
Write the Position Title in under:
What job listing are you applying for?
https://morriscountynj.seamlessdocs.com/ng/fa/JobApp
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Passaic County Mosquito Control | Inspector Mosquito Extermination
Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $42,389 - $54,185 (commensurate with qualifications and experience)
Job Description: Under direction, performs field inspections to locate and identify mosquito habitat, and applies pesticides to control mosquitoes. Does related work as required.
Examples of work:
- Performs inspections of larval mosquito habitats (such as swamps, bogs, woodland pools, roadside ditches, retention ponds, artificial containers, or other areas where stagnant water exists)
- Applies approved pesticides according to specific manufacturer's directions
- Drives a truck to reach mosquito habitats and to respond to complaints of mosquito nuisance
- Performs water management/source reduction efforts by hand to reduce larval mosquito habitat
- Performs unskilled laboring work (such as snow removal, for example) when there is a lull in the inspection assignments
- Loads equipment onto truck
- Keeps records of pesticide applications
Requirements:
Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience in mosquito control work
Licenses:
- Possession of a current and valid license as a 'commercial pesticide applicator' in Category 8B (Mosquito Control), issued by New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, is required
- Possession of a current and valid driver's license in New Jersey is required
How to Apply:
If you qualify and would like to be considered, submit a letter of interest and your resume (including daytime phone number and email address) in an e-mail to Superintendent Joseph Pezzillo at JoeP@passaiccountynj.org
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Rutgers Department of Entomology is currently searching to fill a staff position in the Pesticide Safety Education Program.
The Position:
- Manages the New Jersey Pesticide Safety Education Program by providing pesticide and regulatory information to a variety of audiences, including farmers, landscapers, pest management professionals, master gardeners, and the public.
- Develops, delivers, and distributes PowerPoint presentations, NJAES factsheets and bulletins, training manuals, and websites under the auspices of the Rutgers Pest Management Office website.
- Creates material on pesticide safety and regulations for grower production recommendation guides.
The complete description and eligibility requirements for applicants are detailed online at https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/270387
