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