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Seasonal Field Technician

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Desplaines Valley Mosquito Abatement District

Lyons, IL (In Person)

$39,279 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 6 weeks ago (Updated 5 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/28/2026

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Job Description

Mosquito Field Technician, No Experience Required, Paid Training General Larval Division - $20/hr. Up to $1,200 Sign-on Bonus Enjoy working outdoors? If so, this is the job for you. We are seeking hardworking individuals to join us this summer at The Desplaines Valley Mosquito Abatement District. Pay rate is $20/hr. with the opportunity to earn a $1,200 Sign-on Bonus. No experience required and paid training will be included. This is a great opportunity for college students. Fill out an application at www.dvmad.org
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Inspection of standing water sites for mosquito development. Treatment of standing water using motorized backpack and hand equipment. Neatly record data for each standing water site visited; breeding density, treatment required, etc. Safely drive a flat-bed pickup truck on and off-road. Field work will include uneven terrain, heavy vegetation, and varying weather conditions. When necessary, must be available to work two evenings a week (Mon-Thurs) to conduct adult mosquito spraying at the rate of $24/hr.
Successful Candidate Must:
Be 18 years or older. Have a valid Driver's License with a good driving record. Be proficient with maps and have a good sense of direction. Be capable of lifting up to 60lbs Be able to work independently from the Supervisor. Have the ability to obtain necessary state pesticide license, training will be provided. Be available to work through August 15th or later. Seasonal Mosquito Field Technician, No Experience Required, Paid Training Off-Road Basin Division - $18/hr. $800 Sign-on Bonus Enjoy working outdoors? If so, this is the job for you. We are seeking hardworking individuals to join us this summer at The Desplaines Valley Mosquito Abatement District. Pay rate is $18/hr. with the opportunity to earn a $800 Sign-on Bonus. No experience required and paid training will be included. This is a great opportunity for college students. Fill out an application at www.dvmad.org
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Applying a larval control briquet into each off-road storm-water catch basin. Neatly record data for all daily activities. Safely drive a pickup truck on and off road. Field work will include uneven terrain, heavy vegetation, and varying weather conditions.
Successful Candidate Must:
Be 18 years or older. Have a valid Driver's License with a good driving record. Be proficient with maps. Be able to work independently from the Supervisor. Be available to work through August 1st. Mosquito Field Technician, No Experience Required, Paid Training Catch Basin Division - $17/hr. $800 Sign-on Bonus Enjoy working outdoors? If so, this is the job for you. We are seeking hardworking individuals to join us this summer at The Desplaines Valley Mosquito Abatement District. Pay rate is $17/hr. with the opportunity to earn a $800 Sign-on Bonus. No experience required and paid training will be included. This is a great opportunity for college students. Fill out an application at www.dvmad.org
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Applying a larval control briquet into each curbside storm-water catch basin. Neatly record data for all daily activities. Safely drive a right hand drive vehicle in stop and go traffic for long periods of time. Field work will include varying weather conditions.
Successful Candidate Must:
Be 18 years or older. Have a valid Driver's License with a good driving record. Be proficient with maps and have a good sense of direction. Be able to work independently from the Supervisor. Be available to work through August 1st.
Job Types:
Full-time, Temporary Pay:
$17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Paid time off Ability to
Relocate:
Lyons, IL 60534: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person

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