DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Functions as the Lead and has oversight over other Vector Control Health Technician I's.
- Prioritize complaints received and investigate according to program goals.
- Perform inspections and surveillance on various indoor and outdoor properties, which may include collecting, trapping, and identifying potential disease causing vectors, including but not limited to, mosquitos, bed bugs, rodents, and roaches. Utilize Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in controlling target pests.
- Utilize appropriate control measures in mosquito prevention through pesticide application according to life stage and habitat.
- Monitor progress of previously treated mosquito breeding sites; analyze and determine appropriate steps to reapply pesticide as needed for reduction of larvae population. Maintain tracking system in relation to where chemicals have been applied.
- Handle and store pesticides in accordance with the label requirements and all applicable regulations.
- Prepare, compile and maintain records of pesticide application, which may include but not limited to, the location/area, temperature, altitude, wind speed, type of pesticide used and amount applied.
- Consult with the public regarding ordinance violations and discrepancies and recommend alternative solutions.
- Install, setup and remove equipment for replacement. Conduct repair and maintenance when required.
- Maintain facility grounds, equipment and tools; report any facility deficiencies or equipment and tool needs to immediate supervisor.
- Utilize computer to prepare routine correspondence and process email.
- Communicate through technical writing and public speaking and prepare standard work reports.
- Perform other job duties that relate to the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the vector control program.
**The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of all employees assigned to this job.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or GED, plus three (3) years in any of the following: environmental technology, environmental health, environmental science, vector control, rodent control, or related field; OR any related combination of education from an accredited college or university or related experience in this occupation may substitute for the required education and experience and may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.
- Must have a current and valid Public Applicator License in Category 8 Public Health Pest Control.
- Experience in general mechanical installation, repair and maintenance preferred.
- Employee must have a valid New Mexico driver's license by employment date and maintain a valid NM driver's license while employed in this position.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
- This position is safety sensitive. Employment is subject to a pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state rules and regulations regarding alcohol and/or drug testing.
- Employee must complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to position.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Worker performs vast majority of duties outdoors (estimate of 80%).
- Worker performs indoor duties in a temperature-controlled environment. Worker is exposed to natural weather conditions while performing outdoor duties.
- Worker is exposed to intermittent or continual noise and vibration factors, depending upon task being completed.
- Worker performs duties on a wide variety of surfaces, both indoors and out of doors. Work surfaces may be even or uneven, wet or dry. Stairs and/or ladders may be used in the performance of certain duties. Work may be performed in water, in a mountainous area, on concrete, asphalt, grass, mud, ice, snow, etc.
- Potential hazards include exposure to chemicals, animals, bio-hazards, industrial and domestic waste, noise, intermittent vibration, driving a vehicle, fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, poor ventilation and polluted water.
- Certain duties are performed alone, typically without directions from an immediate supervisor. Certain duties are performed as part of a team or group of workers.
- Work hazards, or potential work hazards, include operating heavy equipment, exposure to severe weather conditions, frequent lifting, exposure to hazardous chemical and biological agents, and exposure to potentially dangerous insects and rodents.
- Worker may be exposed to a wide variety of fumes, odors, dusts and mists in the performance of certain duties.
- Must be willing to work odd hours as necessary.
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS
- Computers, environmental monitoring equipment, laboratory equipment, telephone, two-way radio, fax and copier.
- Worker wears overalls, gloves, boots, a hat or helmet, a mask, and other devices for safety and protection.
- Worker handles various chemicals, insecticides, rodenticides, a scalpel, an autoclave, and a variety of other laboratory equipment in the performance of certain duties.
- City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County vehicles are used by employee in traveling from site-to-site only.
- Worker operates a truck, bobcat, ultra-low volume sprayer, pallet jack, animal traps, weed cutter, cement mixer, electric jack, dolly, steamer, wheelbarrow, drills, power saws, steel cutter, drill press, and a wide range of hand-tools in the performance of duties.
- Safety equipment may include hard hat, rubber boots, gloves, facemask and first aid kit.
**NOTE: You are not required to disclose information about physical or mental limitations that you believe will not interfere with your capability to do the job. On the other hand, if you want the employer to consider special arrangements to accommodate a physical or mental impairment, you may identify that impairment in the space provided and suggest the kind of accommodation that you believe would be appropriate.
MENTAL FUNCTIONS
1. Must be able to read, speak, write and understand English proficiently to communicate with others.
2. Must be able to think clearly and make decisions which may affect work activity.
3. Must be able to use charts, tables and scientific texts in sample collection, analysis and interpretation.
4. Must have basic mathematical skills.
PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS
1. Must be able to engage in heavy exertion from time-to-time as needed.
2. Must be able to sit for up to two hours at a time for a maximum of six hours per day.
3. Must be able to stand/walk on even or uneven surfaces for up to four hours at a time.
4. Must be able to crouch, crawl, kneel or climb into vehicles, structures, holes and trenches as required.
5. Must be able to climb ladders or other equipment and structures.
6. Must be able to bend at the waist, twist/rotate, and lift as required to enter and exit County vehicle, remove manhole covers, septic tank covers, well caps and other coverings.
7. Must be able to grasp/carry equipment and materials weighing up to 40 pounds for a distance of up to 100 yards to obtain samples.