Unmanned Aircraft Systems Drone Mosquito Technician

The Drone Mosquito Technician:

Metropolitan Mosquito Control prides itself on being a technological leader in mosquito abatement. As a UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) technician you will be able to utilize unmanned aircraft to conduct wetland treatments and wetland surveys. You will use district vehicles and equipment to perform the vital functions of our integrated pest management program. You will be working outdoors and experience some awesome natural environments. Becoming a UAS technician is a fantastic opportunity for those interested in gaining experience in unmanned aviation and an introduction into innovating technologies. 

Hiring starts in February running through the season with flexible start and end dates.  The season begins in the spring and usually ends in fall. 

MMCD also comes with perks to support you in your personal and professional journey. We’re committed to teamwork, community, learning, and development. Our ultimate goal is that you leave here with tools that will help you in your life, whether you work for the District for one season or many! 

Salary: $17.00 -$22.10 per hour

Benefits:

•    Paid Training / no experience needed

•    Paid Holidays

•    Paid Time Off

•    Employee Assistance Program

•    Flexible Start and End dates (between April and October)

•    May fulfill Internship requirements

•    Uniforms

As a technician you will: 

•    Survey for and control mosquitoes that transmit diseases 

•    Educate the public regarding all aspects of District programs, with emphasis on ways to reduce risk of mosquito and tick-borne diseases.

•    Survey for and control nuisance causing mosquitoes and biting gnats.

•    Monitor deer tick populations and provide public education regarding Lyme and other tick-borne diseases

What you bring to the team: 

•    The belief that people are the source of extraordinary experiences, and the desire to contribute to something bigger than yourself, every day

•    A willingness to learn and an openness to feedback, coaching and mentorship

•    The ability to legally work in the USA, A high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver license

Schedule:

•    Day shift

•    Monday through Friday

•    Up to 40+ hours per week

•    Opportunity for overtime 

•    There are 7 locations in the metro area

MMCD is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. 

Job Title

                Unmanned Aircraft Systems Drone Mosquito Technician

Brief Definition

To promote health and well-being by protecting the public from disease and annoyance caused by mosquitoes, gnats (black flies), and ticks in an environmentally safe manner.  Working outdoors under general direction, locate and treat mosquito and black fly larval habitats, and perform surveillance of deer ticks according to District guidelines.

Essential Duties 

Responsibilities include:

Locating and assessing the safest approach to treating individual mosquito habitats via drone

Coordinate with Supervisors to determine where and when drone treatments will take place.

Oversee small crew of Mosquito Technicians who aid in ground operations and act as Visual Observers. 

Locating, sampling, and treating mosquito larvae habitats including wetlands, and water-holding containers.

Calculating proper dosage and applying granular pesticides to larval habitats.

Documenting all field activities and insecticide use on paper and in our data base via smart phone app.

Communicating effectively with coworkers and the public.

Promoting a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace. 

Occasionally duties include: 

Collecting adult mosquito samples and occasionally operating ULV (ultra-low volume) sprayers.

Helping load control material into helicopters for aerial treatment of large wetlands.

Picking up tires that may be breeding mosquitoes for recycling.

Sampling and treating larval black fly populations in rivers and streams.

                Sampling for deer tick populations.

                Participating in outreach activities like county and state fair information booths or parades.

Performing other job-related duties as required or directed.

Employment Standards

Experience:

                Flying UAS aircraft, such as Mavic Pro, Phantom IV or PV-22

                Using UAS software, including DJI, Drone Deploy or Precision Vision interfaces

Acting as Remote Pilot in Command for UAS operations

          Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

                Possess or can obtain Federal Aviation Administration Part 107 UAS license within 4 weeks of the start date.

                Possess or can obtain MN Dept. of Agriculture Aerial Applicator license (Category B) within 4 weeks of the start date.

                Obtain a MN pesticide applicator license Category A and L).   

                Know safety protocols and proper emergency procedures for UAS operations.

                Understand FAA regulations including airspace restrictions and notification requirements.

                Ability to troubleshoot software or hardware issues associated with UAS aircraft.

                Ability to learn mosquito control methods.

                Perform math and understand units of measure.

                Perform moderately demanding physical activities.

                Learn and perform operation of District vehicles and mosquito control equipment.

Follow all District and OSHA safety requirements.

Be at least 18 of age.  

Possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record.

MMCD has predetermined that all seasonal classification positions are six (6) months or less in duration.

Physical Requirements:

Positions in this class typically require stooping, kneeling crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions on wet and uneven terrain. Move and transport up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or use force frequently or constantly to manipulate, lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Certain work involves bike riding. Some sedentary work involves maintaining a stationary position. Jobs are sedentary if moving is required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Incumbents will be subjected to outdoor work and operation of District vehicles and equipment.