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Mosquito Surveillance Technician - Meridian

Personnel Plus, Inc. is now hiring a Mosquito Surveillance Technician in Meridian, Idaho

Our client, the County Mosquito Abatement Division, is seeking a dependable Mosquito Surveillance Technician to collect and identify mosquitoes and help protect residents from mosquito-borne diseases. This is a full-time seasonal position working through October, with paid training and licensing provided.

Pay and schedule: Starting at $17.50/hour. Tuesday-Friday, 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM. Flexible scheduling is available, with opportunities to earn additional hours by assisting other projects or teams. Employees dispatch from Meridian, Idaho.

What you'll do:

• Collect mosquito samples from traps at designated field locations
• Use GPS and mobile technology to navigate to collection sites
• Prepare mosquitoes for identification and disease testing
• Accurately identify mosquito species
• Operate and maintain surveillance and sampling equipment
• Learn to identify mosquito life stages and breeding habitats
• Support the collection, monitoring, and distribution of biological-control agents
• Assist with special projects as assigned
• Properly use and maintain required personal protective equipment
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What you'll need:

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Basic math skills
• Ability to safely operate County vehicles and equipment
• Ability to read and follow chemical labels, SDS information, and written work orders
• Comfortable using computers, mobile field devices, and GPS technology
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and the public
• Ability to work independently in the field and collaboratively with a team
• Ability to safely lift up to 30 pounds
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to pass a drug screening and participate in random testing for this safety-sensitive position

Why work for Personnel Plus, Inc.

• As the area's largest Staffing Service, we value adding you as a member of our great team
• Your application will be considered for many urgent openings
• Apply Today - work today
• Flex pay - choose Direct Deposit, pay card, or paper check
• Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance
• Referral Hiring Incentives
• We never charge a fee

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