Vector Control Field Aide (Seasonal Position)

Job Details

Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Location : Williston, ND

Job Type: Seasonal Staff (less than 6 Months)

Job Number: 2024-12

Department: Vector Control

Opening Date: 03/13/2024

Description

The Vector Control Field Aide performs duties related to the detection, prevention, and control of mosquitos and other vectors within the district.

This is a seasonal position, averaging 40 hours per week. Work is typically available from May until approximately mid-September. Work is generally performed from 7:00 am-4:30 pm Monday- Thursday and 7:00 am- 11 am on Fridays. Must be able to work some nights and weekends as needed.

Williams County Vector Control Website:
Examples of Duties

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents in this position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may change with or without notice. Incumbents must be able to perform the essential function of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Conducts mosquito surveillance within the district, surveying known and new habitats for the presence of mosquito larvae
• Operates and maintains traps to collect adult mosquitos
• Performs lab duties, including identification, sorting, counting, and testing specimens
• Assists in the application of larvicides, adulticides, and barrier sprays
• Operates ATVs, trucks, and boats; utilizes backpack sprayer for limited access areas
• Communicates with the public about services while working in the field
• Utilizes handheld computer devices, laboratory equipment and instruments, personal protective equipment, and paper maps to complete work
• Creates and maintains thorough reports and documentation on work duties, as required
• Understands and adheres to all safety protocols
• Maintains confidentiality of non-public records and makes available all data and information deemed a public record by the North Dakota Century Code.

Typical Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent; AND one (1) year of outdoor work experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Must possess a valid North Dakota Driver's License, or equivalent
• Successful applicants must pass a background check and a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
• Upon hire, applicant must pass the North Dakota Public Health Pesticide Applicator's exam
• Specific technical training and certification may be required. Employees will be provided with guidance on obtaining such certifications.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
• Experience working in a lab setting is desired, but not required

Supplemental Information

Special Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an outdoor environment with exposure to extreme temperatures
• Exposure to pressurized chemicals and chemical vapors
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds

• Compensation: Pay rate starts at $22.00/hour and is based on qualifications and experience.

To learn more about Williams County, please visit our website:

To obtain more information about living in Williston, visit

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and reference review.

No Benefits are available for Seasonal Employees.

01

Mark the following areas where you have experience, knowledge, training, or licenses regarding legal Property descriptions:

• Reading aerial maps and determining locations
• Sections and 1/4 sections
• GPS Equipment
• GPS Programs
• GIS
• None of the above

02

Mark the following areas where you have experience, knowledge, training or abilities:

• Pesticide active ingredients OR similar
• Working with PCR
• Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Taxonomic keys
• Working with Compressed Gas (CO2)
• None of the above

03

Do you have licensing or specialized training in:

• CPR/First Aid
• Certification in compliance with ND Pesticide Certification Guidelines
• Part 107 Pilots License (Drones)
• Forklift Operations License
• none of the above

04

Mark the following areas where you have experience, knowledge, training, or licenses:

• Grounds Keeping
• Park Maintenance
• Fabrication and repair using small power tools and hand tools
• Operation of All-Terrain Vehicle
• Operation of Drones
• Light Duty Mechanic Work
• Electronics/Programming
• None of the above

05

Mark the following areas where you have knowledge, education or experience:

• Mosquito Management Practices
• Larviciding
• Pesticides
• Field surveillance of mosquitoes
• Statistics
• Biology/Ecology
• None of the Above

06

Are you able to work in the following conditions:* Outdoor work* Early mornings and/or late evenings* Weekends

• Yes
• No

07

Which best describes your level of education?

• Some high school
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctor's degree

08

Do you have 1 year of vector control experience OR 1 year of outdoor work experience?

• Yes
• No

09

This position requires the use of chemicals. Are you able to perform the job and have contact with chemicals?

• Yes
• No

10

Are you able to lift up to 50 pounds?

• Yes
• No

11

Do you have a valid North Dakota driver's license or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

 Williams County, ND

 05/09/2024

 Williston,ND