Ultra-Low Volume Spray Truck Driver - Environmental Health Services

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Applies insecticides by driving truck mounted Ultra Low Volume (ULV) spray equipment through assigned areas at night and enters data into the ULV monitoring systems.
Performs appropriate control measures to adult mosquito and mosquito larvae populations in assigned areas as required.
Monitors environmental and mechanical conditions during insecticidal applications to insure accurate delivery of material.
Uses pesticides in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines, and records all usage.

Assists with special projects; Cross-trains duties with peers.
During the recovery period, assists in other duties such as maintenance of application equipment and vehicles, building and ground maintenance, cleaning duties and field surveying, including used and abandoned tire retrieval throughout the community.   
Assists in technical and non-technical service duties in other areas of Division as needed.

Other duties as assigned.
Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers. High School Diploma/GED.
Knowledge of Insecticides preferred.
Strong verbal skills and ability to interact and communicate effectively with other employees and the public.
Ability to complete assigned tasks within tight deadlines, and the ability to prioritize own work. Must be able to multitask and maintain dependability and reliability.
Knowledge of record keeping procedures, spreadsheets, word processing.
Valid Texas Driver’s License.
Required to obtain and maintain a Noncommercial Political Pesticide Applicator License within 2 months of employment.

SALARY RANGE: $18.39 - $22.12 hourly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE:  Upon filling position




To be considered for employment, all interested candidates must complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at www.fortbendcounty.jobs

 
All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

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