Seasonal Mosquito Technician

We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands and serve consumer and business customers across multiple industries. We are extremely proud of our legacy of excellence and constantly work to fulfill our mission to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet."

VDCI is currently hiring for Full Time Seasonal Mosquito Technicians in the Blackfoot, ID and Pocatello, ID area!

• This position will require you to report to our office every day to pick up and drop off your company vehicle before and after you complete your assigned route.
• The work schedule for this role is 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Flexible.
• This position will pay between $15.00 - $16.00 per hour.

• Routinely inspect control zones for potential mosquito breeding habitat and the presence of mosquito larvae by visual inspection and "dipping"
• Assess each inspection site and utilize the appropriate control techniques, such as: no action, source reduction, biological control, public education and chemical control (including the application of larvicides and/ adulticides at the labelled application rates)
• May place and retrieve monitoring devices for accessing mosquito populations
• Accurately record all findings and control activities on the appropriate log sheet and GPS unit, and enter data into VDCI's database as required by the contract
• Be thoroughly familiar with all applicable chemical labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and handle/apply all chemicals according to label specifications
• Know and follow proper safety and spill procedures at all times, and use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) regularly
• Communicate respectfully, honestly, and knowledgeably to residents at all times during service request inspections, routine larvicide activities, or during any other public relations activities
• Know and follow the proper and safe operations of all equipment used,
• Mix pesticides & fill sprayers accurately as needed, and follow all required safety precautions for the application of products
• React to change promptly and effectively, and handle other essential tasks as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Be flexible with working hours, Monday-Friday, Weekends as needed
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Communicate effectively in English in both written and verbal forms
• May be required to obtain state pesticide applicator licensing (training provided)
• Be capable of lifting and using items such as chemical containers and application equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Work is regularly performed outdoors and may include exposure to potentially hazardous situations and substances such as weather conditions, challenging and uneven/unstable terrain, pesticides, dust and airborne particulates, excessive noise, biting insects, hazardous plants, and wild and domestic animals.
• Must pass pre-employment background screen
• Must possess a valid driver's licence and pass motor vehicle record search