| Job Description: | MSMVCD is looking for a new Vector Control Technician. Under the direction of the Field Supervisors, the Vector Control Technician (VCT) performs duties related to the District’s Integrated Vector Management Program (IVMP) which include, public relations and education, mosquito and vector surveillance, mosquito and vector source reduction, biological control, larval mosquito control (e.g. larvicides) and adult mosquito control (e.g. adulticides). Responsibilities include the application of comprehensive vector surveillance and control measures with an emphasis on evaluating and controlling mosquito populations in Marin and Sonoma counties and assisting and educating the public with regard to vector related issues. The Vector Control Technician also performs yellowjacket control, public relations, and education with regard to rodent control (i.e. rats and mice). The VCT is also responsible for operating, maintaining, and calibrating many different types of on and off road vehicles, pesticide application equipment, and other types of equipment used while performing IVMP duties. The VCT will, at times, work within the District’s shop facilities, and perform work associated with the maintenance of the District’s grounds and buildings, and the District’s fleet of on and off road vehicles. In all operations safety is the foremost priority and responsibility. WORK HOURS 40- (forty) hour workweek, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. – Overtime may be required. Work hours are at Management’s discretion. CERTIFICATION  Certification by the California Department of Public Health as a Vector Control Technician. Maintain the certification by completing mandatory continuing education (40 hours/two-year cycle). Within the first year of employment, must obtain certification issued by the California Department of Public Health as a Vector Control Technician in both categories A and B. Certification in Category C must be achieved by the completion of the second year of employment, and category D by the third year of employment. Passing these examinations within the aforementioned time frames is a prerequisite for the employee to advance to the next step in the VCT salary schedule. Education High school diploma or equivalent. Experience Experience in the field of vector control is preferred but not required. Experience in either customer service or public relations is preferred but not required. Experience creating and updating spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel is preferred but not required. Please see the complete job description on our website with duties, physical demands, and all other job information. You must apply via our website to be considered for the position. |
| Submission Deadline: | 12/22/2025 |
| Attachment with more information: | https://members.mvcac.org/amg/wp-content/uploads/Vector-Control-Technician-Job-Description-1.pdf |
| Website to apply: | https://www.msmosquito.org/ |
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