Four Lakes task force
Chippewa Nature Center
Employment
Join our team for seasonal work from April through September. Our trained crews maintain daily records while treating standing water across Midland County.
Our technicians help control mosquitoes all season long. In spring we treat thousands of acres by air. Our defense then moves to land, treating standing water of all shapes and sizes.
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Workers spend a majority of their time outdoors treating standing water. We find water in woodlots, catch-basins, and other areas too. These areas are mapped and routed for our technicians to provide efficient, timely treatment.
Requirements for all positions:
- MANDATORY Valid driver's license and good driving record.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to read maps and perform simple math computations.
Candidates wishing to be considered for this position must pass a physical/ drug screen and background check.
In order to be considered for this position you must fill out a Midland County Employment Application which can be obtained at the Midland County Human Resources Department, 220 W Ellsworth Street, Midland, Ml 48640-5194 or you can apply online. Applications will be reviewed beginning February 1, 2024. All positions will remain open until filled.
April 3 - May 12
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 4:30
Employees will walk through the woodlot spreading control materials into woodland pools using handheld application equipment.
May 12 - September 22
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Employees will treat mosquito breeding sites such as: tires, flooded fields, roadside ditches, city catch basins, swamps, and country drains.
May 12 - September 22
Monday - Friday
8:30 pm - midnight
Employees will perform the same basic larviciding duties as daytime personnel for the first three hours of their shift. At dusk they will begin treating for adult mosquitoes using ULV (ultra low volume) aerosol generator.
