I am hiring for a summer position May-Aug possibly Sept. Three positions, scooter, bicycle, and field tech, pay varies for position. Scooter position listed below. E-mail resumes and questions to one below. Please do not PM me here.
West Nile Virus Control Scooter Technician
Job Description:
Our team of Field Technicians is responsible for implementing West Nile virus control programs in York Region. Each Technician will be part of a team designated to visit different areas of the Region and to conduct a treatment campaign of the catch basins of the stormwater drainage system to control mosquito larvae. The successful applicants will be provided with a Honda Ruckus scooter and will be fully trained in safe vehicle operations, mosquito control methods and health and safety regulations. Staff will be professionally tutored to pass all necessary tests and certifications. Treatment schedules are on a 21 day cycle, with 10-12 days of treatment followed by 9-11 days of rest, based on productivity.
Qualifications:
Be 18 years of age or older
Be available to work for a 4 month contract from May to August
Have the flexibility to accommodate the strict treatment schedules
Possess a Driver’s License for 5 years or more (including G1)
Driver’s abstracts will need to be provided upon request
Skills and requirements:
To conduct allotted tasks on a tight schedule
To have the ability to work well in a team environment but also to act on your own initiative when the necessity arises
To be self-sufficient and have the ability to work independently and competently
To communicate effectively and precisely any relevant project information to supervisors
To possess strong directional skills and geographic competence
To be well organized and dedicated to completing work within prescribed timelines
To pay attention to detail and perform duties safely and efficiently
Paid Training:
Culex Environmental will provide all the necessary resources to ensure the successful applicants pass their M1 motorcycle license examination. Culex will also provide the training for the examination required to perform all necessary larval mosquito control measures and to ensure familiarity with all Health and Safety procedures. The basic wage for this position will be $14 per hour but will be supplemented by a performance-related bonus.
This is a 4 month long summer contract beginning in May. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to
Alex@2ride.ca