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City of Jacksonville Mosquito Control Technician I in Jacksonville, Florida
Mosquito Control Technician I
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Mosquito Control Technician I
Salary
$28,811.00 Annually
Location
Jacksonville, FL
Job Type
Civil Service
Job Number
2024-06079
Department
NEIGHBORHOODS
Opening Date
07/02/2024
Closing Date
7/17/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
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Job Description
Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance? Do you want to earn four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment? Do you want low and no cost health insurance options? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!!
The Mosquito Control Division is actively seeking one (1) Mosquito Control Technician I.
Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have twelve (12) paid holidays and a personal leave day as well? In addition to health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on-time payments.
This is service and maintenance work at the entry level in applying control products and using other methods to control mosquitoes. The work requires knowledge of work instructions, work routines and procedures used in mosquito control and requires use of basic skills in arithmetic, reading and writing. Contacts require courtesy, tact and effectiveness in dealing with others; interaction with the public including responding to general inquiries, participating in outreach and educational programs, and representing the division at meetings as needed. The work is performed following specified instructions and established work routines. The work is repetitive, involving similar situations requiring choice of correct procedure. Work is performed primarily outdoors where risks and hazards are substantial, generally unknown, unpredictable, and possibly uncontrollable. Operates specialized mosquito control equipment and vehicles, and mobile communication equipment which requires specialized training and on-the-job experience. Operates standard office equipment such as personal computers. The physical demands consist mainly of working with control products, performing minor maintenance on equipment and vehicles, and may include lifting or moving objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds. The work is performed under immediate supervision where the work assignments are detailed and prescribed by a superior or covered by established procedures and the worker is not permitted to deviate from established procedures.
Examples of Work
Applies control products and uses other methods to control mosquito populations.
Mixes and stores control products according to label directions.
Records data pertaining to areas sprayed and materials used.
Loads and unloads vehicles.
Operates motor vehicles.
Operates control products application equipment.
Performs minor maintenance on vehicle such as checking and adding fuel, water and oil; checking brakes; changing tires; and cleaning and washing vehicle.
Maintains yard and buildings.
Responds to emergency activation and recovery in accordance with administrative direction.
Operates standard office equipment such as personal computer using word, spreadsheet, database, mobile devices and other related applications.
Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville's competencies.
Performs related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of safety procedures, occupational hazards, and protective equipment.
Knowledge of traffic regulations governing the use of equipment.
Skill in operating vehicles and equipment under adverse weather conditions and in rough terrain and congested roadways.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions, including warning labels and symbols for identifying hazardous materials.
Ability to record data.
Ability to operate standard office equipment such as personal computer using word, spreadsheet, database, mobile devices, and other related applications.
Ability to perform minor service to vehicles and equipment.
Ability to perform arithmetic computations.
Ability to physically perform work in adverse conditions while wearing protective equipment.
Ability to operate motor vehicle.
Open Requirements/Supplemental Information
Ability to read and write English.
One (1) year of experience in pest control work or small equipment operation – preferred.
Possession of a valid Public Health Pest Control Certification from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:
Must obtain certification from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services in Public Health Pest Control within the six-month probationary period and maintain same during employment in this class.
A valid driver's license is required prior to appointment & must be maintained.
City of Jacksonville Public Driver Certification must qualify for prior to appointment, obtain and maintain during employment.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
The probation period for this class is six (6) months.
This classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville's Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401).
A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. Apply at www.coj.net. A work history is required for all employment/volunteer work in which qualifications are being based. When meeting/basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript, with your social blacked out, is required with your application. Transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the school’s name, classes taken, grades received, type of degree, and date degree was conferred.
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Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.
If claiming veteran's preference, you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here: http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference
If a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veteran’s preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within sixty (60) calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to:
Florida Department of Veterans Affairs
Attention: Veterans’ Preference Coordinator
11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311-K
Largo, FL 33778-1630
Email: VeteransPreference@fdva.state.fl.us
The City of Jacksonville provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Our comprehensive benefit programs include medical, dental and vision plans; life insurance coverage for you and your dependents; flexible spending plans for medical reimbursement, dependent care, parking, and transit expenses; an employee assistance program for you and your dependents; a 457(b) tax-deferred compensation plan to supplement your retirement, and a ROTH IRA plan. We also provide an extensive wellness program that includes a health intervention program if qualified, lunch and learns, health fairs, and discounted gym memberships. Please visit the Employee Benefits website for details on all the plans we offer.
www.coj.net/benefits
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
Yes
No
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Are you authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship from the City of Jacksonville either now or in the future?
Yes
No
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The budgeted annual salary for this position is $28,811.00 This is not negotiable. If selected, would you be willing to accept this position at this salary? (Civil Service positions have a 5% increase after successfully completing probation.)
Yes
No
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If you have a degree, indicate which degree you have and include any major/minor. If basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript is required with your application.
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Do you have the ability to speak, read and write English?
Yes
No
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One (1) year of education and/or experience in pest control work or small equipment operation OR possession of a valid Public Health Pest Control Certification from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is required? Do you have this experience or certification?
I have one year or more of education and/or experience in pest control work or small equipment operation.
I have a valid Public Health Pest Control Certification from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
Both of the above.
None of the above.
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Provide a detailed description (at least 3-4 complete sentences) of your experience.
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Indicate the organization(s) you worked for where you gained this experience.
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Do you have a valid motor vehicle operator license that is not under suspension/revocation or restricted under any pending or current citations/court proceedings? Please indicate which license you possess.
FL Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL)
FL Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL)
FL Class C Commercial Driver License (CDL)
FL Class E Driver License
GA Standard Driver's License
GA Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
GA Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
GA Class C Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
License from another State.
Learner Permit
My license is currently invalid.
I do not possess any type of Driver's License.
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If you have a State of FL license, does your license currently have one or more of these restrictions?
C or 1 - Business Purpose Only
D or H - Employment Purposes
P or 2 – Probation Interlock Device
S or I – Other Restriction
Two or more of these restrictions.
I have an out of state license.
None of the above.
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Have you been cited for more than three (3) moving violations, or two (2) at fault accidents within the past 12 months from current date?
Yes
No
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Have you been convicted of Driving-Under-the-Influence (DUI) in any state during the last 36 months from current date?
Yes
No
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Have you been considered a "Habitual Traffic Offender" (HTO) within the past 12 months from current date?
Yes
No
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I consent to the City of Jacksonville using the driver's license information I have provided to access a driver's license report from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. I understand if one was accessed with relation to this application, a copy will be provided to me upon request.
Yes, the City of Jacksonville has my consent to check my driver's license.
No, I do not wish to give consent to the City of Jacksonville to check my driver's license.
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Provide your full Driver's License or Identification number. If a correct number is not provided, your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process.
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If you are requesting veterans preference, you MUST download the appropriate state of Florida form (even if you don't live in Florida) and attach it to your application. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL DELAY YOUR VETERANS PREFERENCE STATUS. Please download the forms at http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference
Yes, I am claiming veterans preference and I understand that I MUST download the appropriate form and attach it to my application.
No, I am not claiming veterans preference and this does not apply to me.
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If basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript is required with your application. College transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the name of the school, type of degree, classes taken, grades received and date degree was conferred. NOTE: A copy of your diploma does not meet this requirement. Transcripts from colleges outside of the U.S. must be converted to U.S. Standards. If required documents are not provided your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process.
I have read the above statement and understand what is required.
Required Question
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City of Jacksonville
Address
117 W. Duval St. Suite 100 Jacksonville, Florida, 32202
Website
http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services.aspx
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