Seasonal Surveillance Assistant/Laboratory Technician
West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District Ontario, CA Ontario, CA Temporary Full-time Temporary Full-time $21.
06 - $26.
30 an hour $21.
06 - $26.
30 an hour 5 days ago 5 days ago 5 days ago Seasonal Surveillance Assistant (Laboratory technician) West Valley Mosquito & Vector Control District Filing Deadline:
Until filled Salary:
$20.
44 - $25.
53/hour DOE Basic Functions:
Under direction, perform duties related to the District's invasive Aedes mosquito surveillance program which would include but not be limited to, setting up various types of traps to collect invasive Aedes species, maintaining traps, processing collections, entering data and assisting in any other relevant laboratory work as directed.
Desirable
Qualifications:
Knowledge of:
General entomology or biology General computer skills Experience in mosquito surveillance is desirable Ability to:
Work cooperatively and effectively with the lab staff Communicate with supervisors and team members Work with minimum supervision Education and
Experience:
Minimum education equivalent to or graduation from high school.
Bachelor of Science in biology or entomology is desirable.
Functional requirements:
Must be sighted with the ability to demonstrate measurable depth perception; Minimum of single ear aided hearing; Ability to speak and write effectively in English; Ability to frequently traverse uneven ground; Ability to frequently operate a motor vehicle; Ability to carry 25-pound containers; Ability to periodically perform repetitive motion associated with computer and electronic device usage; Ability to tolerate insect bites and stings; Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance; Ability to periodically sit or stand for extended periods of time.
License:
The appointee must have a valid and appropriate California driver's license and must be insurable with the District's insurance carrier at all times throughout the employment.
Post-Offer Physical Examination:
A qualified physician must certify that a candidate is physically able to perform the duties of the position and is free of illegal substances as determined by a drug screen.
The post-offer physical examination and drug screen shall be performed by a qualified medical doctor and/or laboratory as designated by the District and all costs shall be paid by the District.
Post-Offer Background Investigation:
A thorough background investigation will be conducted by an investigator designated by the District and all costs shall be paid by the District.
Until the candidate successfully completes and satisfies the requirements of the post-offer physical exam and background investigation, all employment offers are conditional and not guaranteed.
The District reserves the right to modify, delete, augment, or supplement the duties, qualifications and requirements stated at its sole and absolute discretion.
Inquiries about this position can be addressed to Mary Quanstrom at (909) 635-0307.
An electronic version of the application along with a detailed job description can be found on our website:
www.
wvmvcd.
org.
West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Types:
Full-time, Temporary Pay:
$21.
06 - $26.
30 per hour
Benefits:
Employee assistance program Schedule:
8 hour shift Monday to Friday Application Question(s):
Are you willing to be drug tested in a manner compliant with California state law? Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred) License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
06 - $26.
30 an hour $21.
06 - $26.
30 an hour 5 days ago 5 days ago 5 days ago Seasonal Surveillance Assistant (Laboratory technician) West Valley Mosquito & Vector Control District Filing Deadline:
Until filled Salary:
$20.
44 - $25.
53/hour DOE Basic Functions:
Under direction, perform duties related to the District's invasive Aedes mosquito surveillance program which would include but not be limited to, setting up various types of traps to collect invasive Aedes species, maintaining traps, processing collections, entering data and assisting in any other relevant laboratory work as directed.
Desirable
Qualifications:
Knowledge of:
General entomology or biology General computer skills Experience in mosquito surveillance is desirable Ability to:
Work cooperatively and effectively with the lab staff Communicate with supervisors and team members Work with minimum supervision Education and
Experience:
Minimum education equivalent to or graduation from high school.
Bachelor of Science in biology or entomology is desirable.
Functional requirements:
Must be sighted with the ability to demonstrate measurable depth perception; Minimum of single ear aided hearing; Ability to speak and write effectively in English; Ability to frequently traverse uneven ground; Ability to frequently operate a motor vehicle; Ability to carry 25-pound containers; Ability to periodically perform repetitive motion associated with computer and electronic device usage; Ability to tolerate insect bites and stings; Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance; Ability to periodically sit or stand for extended periods of time.
License:
The appointee must have a valid and appropriate California driver's license and must be insurable with the District's insurance carrier at all times throughout the employment.
Post-Offer Physical Examination:
A qualified physician must certify that a candidate is physically able to perform the duties of the position and is free of illegal substances as determined by a drug screen.
The post-offer physical examination and drug screen shall be performed by a qualified medical doctor and/or laboratory as designated by the District and all costs shall be paid by the District.
Post-Offer Background Investigation:
A thorough background investigation will be conducted by an investigator designated by the District and all costs shall be paid by the District.
Until the candidate successfully completes and satisfies the requirements of the post-offer physical exam and background investigation, all employment offers are conditional and not guaranteed.
The District reserves the right to modify, delete, augment, or supplement the duties, qualifications and requirements stated at its sole and absolute discretion.
Inquiries about this position can be addressed to Mary Quanstrom at (909) 635-0307.
An electronic version of the application along with a detailed job description can be found on our website:
www.
wvmvcd.
org.
West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Types:
Full-time, Temporary Pay:
$21.
06 - $26.
30 per hour
Benefits:
Employee assistance program Schedule:
8 hour shift Monday to Friday Application Question(s):
Are you willing to be drug tested in a manner compliant with California state law? Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred) License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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