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Salary:  $15.00 Hourly 
 

JOB DUTIES:
 

Exotic Fruit Fly Detection: The incumbent is responsible for:

Places and services fruit fly detection devices in accordance with the Florida Fruit Fly Detection Manual. Conducts plant pest detection surveys in agricultural and residential environments.
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 e-Trap 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.
Following all established safety guidelines and any additional precautions and practices set forth by management.
 
Public Relations: The incumbent is responsible for:

Conducting themselves in a professional manner and presenting a neat, professional appearance to the public.
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 using 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.
 
Related work: The incumbent is responsible for performing related work as directed by management.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 
 

A high school diploma or its equivalent
 

Possession of a valid driver’s license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
 

Skilled in completing and maintaining accurate records.
Ability to recognize citrus varieties and other known hosts of Exotic Fruit Flies.
Ability to work outdoors in hot, cold, humid environments.
Ability to walk on uneven ground and in inclement weather.
Ability to deal with the public and team members in a professional and courteous manner.
Ability to read and draw basic maps, and to locate properties using street and geographic maps.
Ability to lift 25 lbs. and bend repetitiously.