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RNA Rentokil North America
Seasonal Part Time Tech Mosquito
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What they do
A Pest Control Technician controls problems with unwanted animals and insects in residences, commercial buildings and the areas around them. Inspects buildings, identifies pests and determines pest control treatment. Provides applications of chemical pesticides and sets traps or bait. Makes minor building repairs as needed to keep pests out.
$39,331 / year median in Alabama
+9% projected growth
Job Description
We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands and serve consumer and business customers across multiple industries. We are extremely proud of our legacy of excellence and constantly work to fulfill our mission to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet." What do our Mosquito Technicians do? The primary purpose of this role is to provide a quality, professional service. They deliver service with courtesy, safety, and dependability and to ensure each customer has a positive experience. Here at VDCI, we have a strong focus on preventing the spread of diseases through mosquito control. We complete mosquito surveillance and preventative services, as well as large-scale spraying. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Routinely inspect control zones for potential mosquito breeding habitat and the presence of mosquito larvae by visual inspection and "dipping" Assess each inspection site and utilize the appropriate control techniques, such as: no action, source reduction, biological control, public education and chemical control (including the application of larvicides and/ adulticides at the labeled application rates) May place and retrieve monitoring devices for accessing mosquito populations Accurately record all findings and control activities on the appropriate log sheet and GPS unit, and enter data into VDCI's database as required by the contract Be thoroughly familiar with all applicable chemical labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and handle/apply all chemicals according to label specifications Know and follow proper safety and spill procedures at all times, and use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) regularly. Communicate respectfully, honestly, and knowledgeably to residents at all times during service request inspections, routine larvicide activities, or during any other public relations activities Know and follow the proper and safe operations of all equipment used, Mix pesticides & fill sprayers accurately as needed, and follow all required safety precautions for the application of products React to change promptly and effectively, and handle other essential tasks as assigned. Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills and the ability to present information in both internal and external settings.