Seasonal Field Technician

Who We Are:

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.   Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

SRB:

The State Reclamation and Mosquito Control Board oversees mosquito control in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts including 11 regional programs. It establishes administrative and technical policies, guidelines, and best management practices to ensure mosquito control programs are safe and effective.

Job Description:

POSITION TITLE: Seasonal Field Technician
REPORTS TO: Entomologist/Assistant Superintendent
DESCRIPTION:   Assist with mosquito and greenhead fly trapping programs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 
-    Set out and retrieve mosquito traps for arbovirus surveillance and efficacy studies.
-    Assist entomologist in duties as needed.
-    Identify different species of mosquitoes after minimal training.
-    Assist in other ongoing research projects.
-    Assist with greenhead fly trapping program.
-    Perform other tasks as assigned by Supervisor.
-    Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
Perform other tasks as assigned by Supervisor.
The duties listed above are illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.    
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 
Ability to work independently, adapt to varying work situations and to deal tactfully and establish rapport with others. Ability to give oral and written instructions in a precise and understandable manner. Ability to maintain accurate records and assemble items of information according to established procedures. Possess a valid driver’s license with clean driving record. Ability to obtain pesticide license.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   Required to stand, walk, use hand and finger dexterity to handle or operate tools or controls and reach with hands. Lifting or carrying weights of up to 50 pounds. Walk distance on uneven surface.
Or any equivalent education, training, and work experience to perform the essential functions of the job.
 
 

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