Job Location : Syracuse,NY, USA
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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 Field Technician Supervisors do?
Our Mosquito Field Technician Supervisors oversee & perform mosquito control field work as part of an integrated mosquito management program to address mosquito control needs and challenges. They strive to protect people and enhance lives by maintaining a safer and healthier environment where our clients live and work by solving complex mosquito issues using their knowledge and training. This involves assessing mosquito breeding habitats, maintaining and setting traps, and collecting samples for arbovirus studies.
Functions 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 at the labeled application rates)
* Accurately record all findings and control activities on the appropriate log sheet and GPS unit
* Be thoroughly familiar with all applicable chemical labels and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and handle/apply all chemicals according to label specifications
* Obey all traffic laws
* Report all incidents or accidents to contract supervisor immediately
* Know and follow proper safety and spill procedures at all times, and use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) regularly
* Inspect private or public property for the presence of mosquito adults/larvae/breeding habitat when service requests are received
* Take appropriate control action (adulticide/larvicide/manipulate habitat) when mosquitoes are found, and accurately record all data on proper log sheet and GPS unit, during service request inspections
* 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, including but not limited to: automobiles, ATVs, larvicide application equipment (Backpack applicators, B&G sprayers, squirt bottles, etc.), adulticide application equipment (hand-foggers, backpack foggers, truck foggers, etc.) dippers and other surveillance equipment, safety equipment (respirators, face shields, etc.)
* Fill trucks/sprayers with gasoline as needed
* Fill sprayers and any other application equipment with the proper pesticides as needed and follow all required safety precautions
* Maintain a clean, organized workplace and report safety hazards to contract supervisor immediately
* Acquire and maintain all required licenses, certifications, etc., as required by the law and VDCI
* Never allow a passenger, other than another VDCI employee, to ride in a VDCI truck at any time
* Fully support, enforce, promote and implement the company's safety policies and programs
* React to change promptly and effectively, and handle other essential tasks as assigned.
What do you need?
* High school diploma or GED
* Ability to carry 50 lbs. in a backpack sprayer
* Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
* Ability to obtain and maintain mandatory licenses/certificates as required by federal, state and local regulations
Why Choose Us?
A career with the Rentokil family of companies can be a professional trajectory filled with opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a world-class team that rewards high performance, and we love to promote from within. We offer competitive pay and many of our roles offer performance incentives.
Below you'll find information about some of what we have to offer. All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits after they meet certain criteria.
Click here to read more about our Total Rewards Program which includes:
Professional and Personal Growth
* Multiple avenues to grow your career
* Training and development programs available
* Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)
Health and Wellness
* Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1
* Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more
Savings and Retirement
* 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions
Work-Life Balance
* Vacation days & sick days
* Company-paid holidays & floating holidays
* A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility
We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work.? Is that you?
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