Seasonal Mosquito Control Surveillance Technician

Seasonal Mosquito Control Surveillance Technician

Salary

$33,737.60 Annually

Location

Brooksville, FL

Job Type

Temporary / Seasonal

Job Number

14512

Department

Public Safety

Division

Mosquito Control

Opening Date

08/11/2026

Closing Date

8/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

N/A

Max Number of Applicants

30

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Performs specialized technical work in mosquito control primarily performing daily surveillance, chicken care, and basic maintenance of equipment. May occasionally perform truck spraying. Part time seasonal position, maximum of 24 hours during the season (April-November).

• This is a part-time, seasonal position*

Examples of Duties

The following statements describe the principal functions of this job and its scope of responsibility but shall not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including working in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

Surveillance

• Sets and retrieves various types of traps throughout the county.
• Maintains traps in good working condition.
• Prepares dry ice and emulsions used for baiting traps.
• Cares for chickens used for disease detection, cleans coups.
• Assists with taking chicken sera samples.

Miscellaneous

• Performs basic maintenance and/or repair to equipment.
• Assists technicians with other mosquito control activities.
• Performs ground adulticiding with a spray-mounted county truck to control adult mosquitoes.
• Performs other reasonable related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or other management personnel.

Emergency Response

County employees are required to report for work during a state of emergency and are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations which may include duties other than those specified in this job description. Employees may request an exemption from this requirement by submitting the appropriate exemption form, subject to review and approval.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Experience: Education, training, or experience which provides the knowledge, abilities and skills needed for this position.
• Skills: Math, computer, spreadsheets, data entry. Experience with Google Earth Maps and/or GIS maps, preferred.

Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations

• Requires a driver's license and good driving record.
• This position is subject to the Hepatitis B Vaccine and other vaccines as necessary.

A combination of education, training and experience may be substituted at the Countys discretion.

Required Competencies

• Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions.
• Ability to learn and use tablets for data collection.
• Ability to keep accurate records pertaining to work performed.
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate truck-mounted mobile spray units.
• Ability to perform the necessary physical work involved in Mosquito Control.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of small engine equipment.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands

• Stooping, crouching, walking, sitting, pulling, lifting 10 to 50 pounds, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, digging, bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, repetitive motions, depth perception.

Environmental Conditions

• Outdoor work with constant exposure to insects, reptiles, changes in temperature, humidity, exposure to irregular surfaces, exposure to chemicals, moving machinery, excessive noise levels, odors, slippery surfaces, and moving objects.

Equipment Used

• Operates County gasoline, diesel, and electric equipment including but not limited to pick-up trucks, trailers, pumps, sprayers, blowers, fish traps, mosquito traps, and pesticide equipment necessary for the control of targeted species.
• Ability to wear for extended periods of time required safety equipment (approved) such as hard hat, rubber boots, rubber gloves, leather gloves, hearing protection, safety glasses/face shield, traffic safety vest, and vehicle seat belt.

Grade: Seasonal/Temp

Salary Disclosure: Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity.

VETERANS PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Hernando County BOCC provides to veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

PLEASE REVIEW THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ON POSTING AND COMMUNICATE HOW YOU MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME. MINIMUM REQUIEMENTS MUST BE MET TO BE CONSIDERED.

All applications will be carefully reviewed to evaluate qualifications and overall suitability for the position. The relevance, scope, and length of related work experience, training, and education outlined in the application and resume will be considered during the screening process. Selected applicants will be contacted to participate in interviews. Candidates are encouraged to clearly document all pertinent experience, including relevant knowledge, skills, or abilities gained outside of traditional employment, in the additional information section of the application.

Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, gender, orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected characteristic as defined by law.

Hernando County is a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to drug testing in accordance with Federal and Florida State Law.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must provide notification to the BOCC in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation

This position is not eligible for benefits.

01

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Professional degree
• Doctorate degree

02

Do you possess a valid Florida driver license or have the ability to obtain the license within 30 days from date of hire in good standing?

• Yes
• No

03

Have you recently retired from the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or Investment Plan within the last 6 months?

• Yes
• No

04

When is the last time you served in a mosquito control position?

05

Do you understand in this position there will be outdoor work with constant exposure to insects, reptiles, changes in temperature, humidity, exposure to irregular surfaces, exposure to chemicals, moving machinery, excessive noise levels, odors, slippery surfaces, and moving objects?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Hernando County, Florida BOCC

Address 15470 Flight Path Drive

Brooksville, Florida, 34604

Phone 3527544013

3527544013

Website https://www.hernandocounty.us/home