Seasonal Field Technician - Georgetown, MA

Job Description:

The Northeast Massachusetts Mosquito Control & Wetlands Management District seeks applicants for a Seasonal Field Technician (short-term seasonal contract position) to perform the following duties:

Surveillance- 2 days a week & Catch Basin Applications – 2 days a week 

Hours may be flexible up to 40 hrs per week

Responsibilities include: The Seasonal Field Technician will receive direction from the Director, Field Crew Supervisor, and/or the Entomologist. Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Operating a state vehicle
• Operating a state vehicle along assigned routes applying mosquito control products.
• Carefully and following all established traffic laws, regulations and common-sense safety practices.
• Setting up and picking up mosquito traps for arbovirus testing in the District service area.
• Collecting mosquito samples in an organized manner.
• Applying larvicides to catch basins within the district.
• Seasonal Field Technicians may also be assigned additional duties and responsibilities as determined by the District Director or Field Crew Supervisor.

Qualifications

• As a condition of employment, the applicant must obtain a Catch Basin Larvicide Permit, but no prior experience necessary. Paid training will be provided for the test.
• Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years old, possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record and be physically fit.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors and must be able to lift and carry 40 pounds over uneven terrain.