Vector Control Operator I, II, III

Vector Control OperatorThe Vector Control Operator performs duties for Vector Control and Water Management Divisions to protect County citizens from mosquito populations and the diseases they may carry. This position also performs semi-skilled work in vector control, water management and beaver management including surveillance, larviciding, adulticiding, biological controls trapping, and ditching to manage mosquito and beaver populations.Education and ExperienceBrunswick County Operation Services utilizes a career ladder for advancement which allows employees to further their career in the field as licenses are attained.Vector Control Operator I: $19.74/hr - $26.64/hrVector Control Operator II: $20.72/hr - $27.98/hrVector Control Operator III: $22.85/hr - $30.84/hrVector Control Operator I: Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by six months of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License required. Category B pesticide applicators license preferred.Valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License required.Category B pesticide applicators license preferred.Vector Control Operator II: Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by 2 years of associated experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License required. Category B pesticide applicators license required. Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required within one (1) year of employment. Preferred Qualifications: Thorough taxonomic understanding of adult and larval mosquitoes native to Brunswick County. Demonstrated proficiency in beaver trapping and mitigation techniques.

Experience with heavy equipment, including track hoes, dump trucks, front-end loaders, and backhoes. Proficiency with ArcGIS and County Tax maps to accurately identify land parcels and property owners. Familiarity with regulatory requirements overseen by the USFWS, NCDA&CS, USACE, and NCDEQ.Valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License requiredCategory B pesticide applicators license required.Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required within one (1) year of employment.Vector Control Operator III: Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by 5 years of associated experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Category B pesticide applicators license required. NCDA&CS Aerial Applicator Class P license required within 6 months of employment. Thorough taxonomic understanding of adult and larval mosquitoes native to Brunswick County. Demonstrated proficiency in beaver trapping and mitigation techniques.

Experience with heavy equipment, including track hoes, dump trucks, front-end loaders, and backhoes. Proficiency with ArcGIS and County Tax maps to accurately identify land parcels and property owners.

Experience applying aerial treatments using Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) technology. Familiarity with regulatory requirements overseen by the FAA, USFWS, NCDA&CS, USACE, and NCDEQ.Physical RequirementsTasks involve the regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which involves the lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (up to 75 pounds) and occasionally heavy items (up to 100 pounds). Must be able to perform duties in strenuous environmental conditions.BenefitsBrunswick County employees are the county's most valuable asset. Therefore, it is the county's desire to offer a very rich and generous menu of fringe benefits. You can visit to see more detailed information on benefits. Brunswick County offers the following benefits:Vacation LeaveSick LeavePetty LeavePaid HolidaysLongevity PayHealth Insurance401 (k) Plan457 Deferred Compensation PlanTerm Life CoverageLong Term DisabilityShort Term DisabilityFlexible Spending AccountsVision InsuranceUniversal Life InsuranceCritical IllnessTuition Assistance