Seasonal Laboratory Technician I

Visalia CA

Description

Seasonal Laboratory Technician I Laboratory technicians will be assigned duties that support the District’s mission to protect public health. Duties will involve field and laboratory work and require driving a District vehicle on a variety of paved and unpaved roads in various weather conditions. For a complete job description, please visit: Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: -- Set and retrieve mosquito surveillance traps -- Process entomological samples for further identification or disease testing -- Assist with insecticide resistance and efficacy testing as requested -- Assist with Gambusia affinis (mosquitofish) rearing program -- Maintain accurate records of activities -- Safely operate and navigate District vehicles to perform work-related tasks -- Follow all safety protocols including the proper use of personal protective equipment when required -- General maintenance of assigned equipment, laboratory workspace, and District vehicles -- Other duties as assigned Minimum Requirements It is the applicant’s responsibility to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications/requirements listed below: -- Must be at least 18 years of age or older. -- Must have a valid California Driver License at the time of employment with a good driving record. A DMV printout is required. Must be insurable under the guidelines set by the District’s insurance carrier. -- Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screening. -- Ability to interact professionally and effectively with peers, supervisors, and the public. -- Ability to follow oral and written instructions. -- Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. -- Ability to read and write at a level required for successful job performance. -- Ability to operate standard business computer hardware, mobile devices, and related software applications. Desirable Qualifications Knowledge of: -- Basic biology with knowledge of mosquitoes and other insects -- Familiarity with the principles of Integrated Vector Management Experience and/or training in: -- Biological laboratory -- Related biological field work -- Vector control or related field -- Pest control or related field Examination and Selection Process Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews will be scheduled during regular office hours (Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.). Selection will be based on a combined overall assessment of the oral interview and written application/resume. Pre-employment Screening A pre-employment physical and drug test will be required. Delta Vector Control District is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Terms of Position This is a paid position, not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year. The work term corresponds to the mosquito season which starts in March or April and typically ends in October or November. Workdays/hours: 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with staggered start times beginning at 6:00a.m, 6:30a.m, 7:00a.m, or 7:30 a.m. ** No Phone Calls to Office in regard to position, any questions or resumes must be emailed from this site **