General Job Function:

Under the supervision of the Biologist, the seasonal laboratory assistance sets up and collects mosquito traps for both nuisance and vector mosquitoes in a safe, effective and systematic manner, using prescribed techniques.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Answers service requests and taking what actions are needed to solve the mosquito problem.
• Sets out and collects mosquito traps located throughout the district.
• Knowledge of the Districts Safety Program.
• Answers the phone and truck radios as needed.
• Applies the prescribed insecticides at the designated dosage rates with truck-mounted or portable spray equipment.
• At the discretion of the Operations Superintendent, may be required to work extra hours on weekdays and/or holidays at the over-time pay rate of time and a half.
• Performs all tasks assigned to him/her by their supervisory personnel.

EXPERIENCE/ABILITIES/SKILLS

• Must be in good general health and have good eyesight.
• Must be able to pass a physical exam.
• Must be able to carry out strenuous activity daily and carry 50 pound loads regularly.
• Upon receipt of training, be able to identify important mosquito larvae and adults in order to take corrective action.
• Upon completion of training, have a thorough working knowledge of the vehicles, spray equipment and chemicals.
• Must have the ability to pass all required pesticide license exams deemed necessary from the Illinois Department of Agriculture.
• Work involves the ability to consistently walk safely through grassy field areas that are uneven and marshy while in adverse weather conditions.
• Physically able to sit, walk, bend and stair climb frequently.

EDUCATION

• Education equivalent to High School graduation.
• Possession of a valid Illinois driver’s license, clean driving record and must meet minimum requirements to be insurable with the District’s insurance carrier; must maintain valid license and insurability throughout employment.

Temporary Office Assistant

The South Cook County Mosquito Abatement District (SCCMAD) is seeking talented candidates for the temporary position of Office Assistant. The District is a local government agency that surveys and controls mosquitoes, disease vectors and vector-borne diseases in South Cook County, Illinois.

This position performs assigned clerical work including reception, filing and clerical support for the administrative department and for other District departments, as directed. This position also receives and responds to calls that come into the District office, communicates with the public to schedule and input service requests into the District’s database. Must be knowledgeable in SAGE software and be able to accomplish bi-weekly payroll using PayChex Flex software.

A résumé and cover letter must be submitted to Luke Chmielewski, Director via email to lchmielewski@sccmad.org or Aerielle Charles to acharles@sccmad.org

Temporary Position from October 2024 – December 2024 (tentative)
Pay - $18.00 - $20.00

• The Field Operator routinely inspects all known or suspected mosquito production sites in his/her assigned area.
• The Field Operator applies the prescribed insecticides at designated dosage rates with truck-mounted or portable spray equipment.
• The Field Operator prepares and submits daily work sheets and maintains operator’s log, vehicle and equipment reports, etc.
• The Field Operator, at the discretion of the General Manager, works extra hours on weekdays and on Saturdays, Sundays, or holidays at over-time pay rate of time and a half.
• The Field Operator performs any and all task assigned to him/her by supervisory personnel.

• Except for clerical positions, you must be 18 years old and have a valid driver’s license.
• If accepted for employment, you must have a clean driving record and supply us with a driving profile from the Illinois Secretary of State. A Clean Driving record is described as follows:
• No violations or accidents in the past year and not more than 2 violations or accidents in the past three years.
• We cannot consider you for a driving position if you have had a D.U.I. conviction.
• You are required to pass a physical exam.
• When completing the application, give complete addresses for previous employer and personal references.
• For field operator and/laboratory assistant positions, you will be required to take and pass the State of Illinois Pesticide Exam. Study materials will be provided.

General Job Function:

This position performs assigned clerical work including reception, filing and clerical support for the administrative department and for other District departments, as directed. This position also receives and responds to calls that come into the District office, communicates with the public to schedule and input service requests into the District’s database.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Greet all visitors at the District office
• Answer District telephones and route messages or calls to appropriate sources
• Receive and input service requests into the District’s database.
• Receive and distribute faxes.
• Operate copy machines and distribute materials as instructed.
• Provide information to the public, such as pamphlets, brochures, and verbal information regarding the District’s programs.
• May update and maintain various types of in-house informational packets.
• Receive deliveries.
• Assist employees with mailing, faxing, and supply needs.
• Other Duties as Assigned

EXPERIENCE/ABILITIES/SKILLS

• Knowledge of general office methods, equipment, and administrative tasks.
• Ability to work well with the public
• Ability to speak and write effectively showing extensive knowledge of business English, composition and spelling.
• Ability to receive information over the telephone and in person in a courteous and effective manner.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
• Ability to use Microsoft Word.
• Ability to operate a variety of standard office equipment effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other staff and the public, including vendors, other agencies, etc.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, while working within the confines of the District policies.
• Good interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and flexibility.
• Ability to work with all departments as needed.
• Knowledge of mosquito and vector control procedures is a plus, but not necessary.

EDUCATION

• Education equivalent to High School graduation.
• Administrative business training desired.
• Minimum of 2 (two) years’ experience in word processing and computer applications.
• Experience 3 (three) years customer service experience.