Requirements

A high school diploma or its equivalent. Possession of a valid Driver License. Work history, hours worked, and formal education fields must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position. Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile. Skilled in completing and maintaining accurate records. Ability to recognize citrus varieties and other known host Exotic Fruit Flies. Ability to work outdoors in hot, cold, and humid environments. Ability to lift 25 lbs. and bend repetitiously. Ability to deal with the public and team members in a professional and courteous manner. Ability to operate a computer to access and retrieve electronic information.

Job Description

This position conducts independent plant detection surveys in agricultural and residential environs for minimizing or eliminating environmental and agricultural harm associated with the introduction of Exotic Fruit Flies. Exotic Fruit Fly Detection : The incumbent is responsible for: Build fruit fly detection devices, insert, and replace bait on the established 2- or 3-weeks cycle. Places and services fruit fly detection devices in accordance with the Florida Fruit Fly Detection Manual. Responsible for performing all activities associated with fruit fly detection program and perform these activities properly, timely and in a responsible manner. Maintain a passing grade on all fruit fly related training material. Submitting timely and accurate reports of all work performed : including inputting daily trapping records into eTrap and maintain all Fruit fly Detection records as required by program standards, and all other reports as necessary including but not limited to vehicle reports. Follow all established safety guidelines and any additional precautions and practices set forth by management. Responding to consumer complaints, or when necessary, refers them to the proper agency. Attending meetings and workshops to keep current on Department activities. Field Diagnostic and Sampling : The incumbent is responsible for: Conducting field diagnostic tasks, using approved sampling methods and equipment to collect laboratory samples. Detecting, examining, collecting, preparing, and submitting insects and other arthropods, diseases and soil samples indexed to the appropriate technical bureau for confirmation. Obtaining additional information through the use of various investigative techniques, including reference materials, source information, and interviews with authoritative sources to assist in proper diagnosis. Regulatory Activities : The incumbent is responsible for: Assisting with inspections of plant material and other high-risk commodities for the purpose of excluding plant pests. Emergency Programs : The incumbent is responsible for: Assisting in exotic pest surveys and protocols within the state. Responding to emergency programs which necessitate prolonged absences from assigned headquarters and unusual working hours. Other Duties : Technician performs any related work as directed by management. Ability to walk on uneven ground and in inclement weather.