Vector Control Technician - Field - Part Time - No

Position: Vector Control Technician - Field - Part Time - No Benefits
## Vector Control Technician - Field - Part Time - No Benefits##
** UTAH COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
** 100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone:
Fax:
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** JOB ANNOUNCEMENT**#
** Position:
Vector Control Technician - Field - Part Time - No Benefits
**** This is a Part Time position that does not include benefits
**** Rate of Pay:** $15.31 - $17.63 per hour
** SUMMARY
* * The Vector Control Technician – Field performs field inspections, larval surveillance, adult mosquito monitoring, and pesticide applications throughout Utah County as part of the Integrated Mosquito Management (IMM) program.

This position is responsible for identifying mosquito breeding habitats, conducting larval treatments, applying adulticides as assigned, documenting field activities using GIS systems, and interacting professionally with the public.

Technicians receive daily task assignments and guidance from program Coordinators but remain under the overall supervision and operational authority of the Director and Operations Supervisor.
** ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
**** Field Surveillance & Treatment
** Conduct systematic inspections of assigned zones to identify mosquito breeding sources. Sample standing water to collect larvae and assess population levels. Apply larvicides using hand, backpack, and ATV-mounted equipment. Assist with nighttime ULV (Ultra-Low Volume) adulticide operations as assigned. Maintain accurate treatment logs, larval sampling data, and inspection records.
** GIS & Digital Field Reporting
** Record field activities using iPads and GIS-based mosquito abatement software. Update habitat maps, treatment zones, and breeding site information. Report significant findings, high-risk breeding areas, or program needs to the appropriate supervisor.
** Equipment, Vehicles & Safety
** Maintain and clean equipment including sprayers, ATVs, PPE, and field tools. Follow all pesticide label requirements, safety protocols, and county regulations. Operate County vehicles safely and report any maintenance needs.
** Support for Integrated Team Operations
** Assist other program areas—including aerial, larval control, ULV, and laboratory teams—when needed. Support trap deployment and retrieval upon request from the Lab Coordinator. Participate in team briefings, safety meetings, and ongoing training.
** Public Interaction
** Interact respectfully and professionally with residents encountered in the field. Provide general information about mosquito control when appropriate and refer complex inquiries to supervisors.
** Emergency Response & Flexibility
** Respond to operational needs, weather-based changes, or public health emergencies as assigned. Carry assigned communication devices during work hours.
** KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
*** Knowledge of mosquito biology and basic water ecology
* Knowledge of pesticide safety and mosquito control principles
* Knowledge of GPS/GIS-based mapping tools and digital reporting systems
* Skilled in safe operation of sprayers, ATVs, hand tools, and field equipment
* Ability to follow directions, meet deadlines, and work independently
* Ability to accurately document field activities and maintain detailed records
* Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors
* Ability to work outdoors in challenging environments for extended periods
** SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
** This position has
** no supervisory responsibility**.  Daily task direction may come from program Coordinators, but
** overall operational authority
** is held by the
** Director and Operations Supervisor**.
** WORK ENVIRONMENT
*** Outdoor fieldwork in heat, cold, humidity, rain, and uneven terrain
* Exposure to mosquitoes, chemicals, insects, and potential allergens
* Use of PPE such as gloves, goggles, masks, and protective clothing
* Occasional interaction…