Seasonal Field Technician Job Announcement

Do you enjoy the outdoors? Are you interested in helping your community? If so, Clackamas County Vector Control District may have the position for you. We are seeking self-motivated individuals who don’t mind interacting with the public for several temporary seasonal mosquito control positions. You will be working outside, with limited supervision, protecting the community from the annoyance of mosquitoes and diseases such as West Nile Virus. For those studying and teaching Agriculture, Biology or other applied sciences this position is an excellent resume builder and offers you an opportunity to gain field experience in sampling techniques and data collection. Seasonal positions start at $23.00 per hour, pay is increased upon successful acquisition of the Oregon Public Pesticide Applicators license.

CCVCD has set up an “End of Season Bonus” of $1,000, per seasonal employee, as long as all conditions are satisfied.

Mosquito season generally runs March through September. Time off during this time is expected to be minimal. Seasonal field technicians will be working 7:00am – 5:00pm Monday through Thursday.

Duties will include, but will not be limited to the following:

  1. Survey assigned zone for mosquito larval sources, such as, irrigated pastures, ditches, marshy areas, swamps, water troughs, etc.
  2. Identify stages of larval development and treat the area as needed.
  3. Application of pesticides or other treatments (such as mosquito eating fish).
  4. Operate truck, and hand spray equipment.
  5. Keep records of pesticide applications.
  6. Set out and collect CO² baited live mosquito traps.
  7. Pick up dead birds for West Nile Virus testing.
  8. Keep equipment, building/office, and vehicles clean and ready for use.
  9. Respond to citizen requests.
  10. Office work such as data entry.
  11. Other duties as specified by supervisory personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Background in biology preferred, but not necessary
  • Must have a valid Oregon driver’s license
  • Must pass ODA Public Pesticide Applicator exams within 30 days of hire
  • Must be able to traverse uneven terrain
  • Must be able to work outside for extended periods in hot weather
  • Must be able to routinely pick up objects up to 30 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds
  • Must be able to pass background check and drug test
  • Must be confident in one’s abilities to work alone in remote areas of the county and visiting the homes of county residents
  • Must have strong communication skills and legible handwriting
  • Clackamas County Vector Control District is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Employment Application

CONTACT:
Clackamas County Vector Control District Office
320 Warner Milne Road, Oregon City, OR 97045
Phone: (503) 655-8394
E-mail: tmicallef@clackamas.us or matchley@clackamas.us