Mosquito Tech Driver- Seasonal at Vector Disease Control International (VDCI)

Lafayette, Louisiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attention To Detail, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Customer Service, Pest Control Knowledge, Safety Procedures, Data Recording, GPS Equipment Usage

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands and serve consumer and business customers across multiple industries. We are extremely proud of our legacy of excellence and constantly work to fulfill our mission to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet." What do our Mosquito Spray Truck Drivers do? The primary purpose of this role is to be responsible for safely and effectively operating a mosquito control spray truck as part of an integrated mosquito management program. At VDCI, we have a strong focus on preventing the spread of diseases through mosquito control. We complete mosquito surveillance and preventative services, as well as large-scale spraying. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Thoroughly spray assigned zones as instructed by the contract supervisor. Properly use GPS monitor equipment nightly as instructed, and report any malfunctions immediately. Accurately record all required data from each spray mission on the appropriate log sheet. Be thoroughly familiar with all applicable chemical labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and handle/apply all chemicals according to label specifications. Know and follow proper safety and spill procedures at all times, and use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Know and follow the proper and safe operations of all equipment used. Fully support, enforce, promote and implement the company’s safety policies and programs. React to change promptly and effectively, and handle other essential tasks as assigned. Work is regularly performed outdoors and may include exposure to potentially hazardous situations and substances such as weather conditions, challenging and uneven/unstable terrain, pesticides, dust and airborne particulates, excessive noise, biting insects, hazardous plants, and wild and domestic animals. Must be capable of lifting and using items such as chemical containers and application equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Safely operate a motor vehicle and make sure it and all other equipment is kept clean. Essential Job Functions: Demonstrated attention to detail. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. Open to learning and becoming knowledgeable in the area of pest control. Comfortable with self-directed working conditions after a training period. What do you need? High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Possess a valid driver’s license from state of residence. Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills and the ability to present information in both internal and external settings. Basic math skills — add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. You’ll need to be able to follow instructions for mixing on product labels. With our help you’ll need to maintain the licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations. Customer-facing experience preferred. Why Choose Us? A career with the Rentokil family of companies can be a professional trajectory filled with opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a world-class team that rewards high performance, and we love to promote from within. We offer competitive pay and many of our roles offer performance incentives. Below you'll find information about some of what we have to offer. All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits after they meet certain criteria. Click here to read more about our Total Rewards Program which includes: Professional and Personal Growth Multiple avenues to grow your career Training and development programs available Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues) Health and Wellness Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1 Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more Savings and Retirement 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions Work-Life Balance Vacation days & sick days Company-paid holidays & floating holidays A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work. Is that you? This company is a Drug Free workplace. Rentokil is committed to complying with all Federal, State, and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. Know Your Rights - Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Pay Transparency - Nondiscrimination Provision California residents click here to review your privacy rights. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. By applying to this job, you agree to receive initial texts from systems used on behalf of Rentokil North America, Inc., possibly including Workday, Loop, and HireVue. These systems utilize text messages to communicate with you throughout the application, interview, and pre-hire processes. You can set your communication preferences or opt out of text messages from each system at any time following the initial message. Message and data rates may apply. No problem! Click "Get Started" to receive alerts about opportunities that match your skills and interests. VDCI is a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control across more than 80 countries. At VDCI, we believe providing our team members a career path with growth and earning potential is essential to our success as an organization. We support our self-motivated team’s professional development and personal goals with an environment that provides ongoing training, financial incentives for excellence, and additional rewards for growing the volume of VDCI business.

Responsibilities

The Mosquito Tech Driver is responsible for safely operating a mosquito control spray truck and conducting mosquito surveillance and preventative services. This role includes accurately recording data from spray missions and adhering to safety protocols while working outdoors.