Trapper Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $17.90 - $22.86 Hourly
Location : All Locations - San Luis Obispo County, CA
Job Type: Temporary - Seasonal
Job Number: 1225TP-000820-01
Department: Agriculture / Weights and Measures
Division: Agricultural Commissioner Administration
Opening Date: 12/15/2025
Closing Date: 7/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
About the Position
Do you like being outdoors while earning a supplemental income with a flexible schedule? If so, this is the position for you! The Agricultural Commissioner is recruiting temporary seasonal staff to assist with pest detection trapping within San Luis Obispo County.
As a trapper, you'll perform activities to monitor and help prevent the spread of invasive and harmful insects and pests. These activities include, but are not limited to, placing and servicing insect traps, mainly at private residences; learning and recognizing various insects and pests, and the plant species known to host them; working with insect baits and lures; and maintaining accurate records of activities.
Interested individuals should be:

• Able to interact and maintain relationships with the public
• Detail-oriented
• Organized
• Self-motivated
• Proficient in time management
• Able to use a computer
• Able to work independently

This position requires:

• Work both indoors and outdoors, in all kinds of weather conditions
• Operation of county vehicles and specialized equipment
• The ability to perform moderate strenuous activities such as walking, climbing, lifting and carrying up to 60 pounds

Working as a Pest Detection Trapper gives you the ability to work a flexible schedule, perfect for students, retirees, or anyone looking for seasonal or part-time work; be outdoors; meet new people and view various corners of our community you wouldn't normally visit; and help protect the environment and agriculture in San Luis Obispo County. No prior experience is necessary; we will provide you with hands-on training.
Click here to view a full job description Pest Detection Trapper.
This is a continuous recruitment and will remain open until filled.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have the ability to:

• Establish and maintain public relations
• Keep accurate records
• Learn and recognize various exotic insects and other pests
• Identify and recognize plant species that are hosts for these pests
• Work independently
• Use a computer
• Work with baits and lures, some of which contain diluted pesticides
• Work in situations which are not physically ideal
• Work independently

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D. certificate.
Licenses and Certificates
Certain positions within this classification may require driving. When driving is an essential function of the position, a valid CALIFORNIA driver license will be required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
How to Apply
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at
Supplemental Information
For further information on the Agriculture / Weights and Measures Department, visit our website at Agriculture / Weights and Measures - County of San Luis Obispo (ca.gov)
Reasonable Accommodation Notice
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information.
Veteran's Preference Points
If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process. Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for preference points. for more information and to learn how to apply for this benefit. Please note that Veteran's credits must be on file with the County of San Luis Obispo Veterans Services Office prior to the recruitment closing date indicated on the job announcement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The County is an equal opportunity employer. Objectives are directed toward assuring equal opportunity in selection / promotion, pay, and job assignments. Recruitment and selection procedures have been established to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of political or religious opinions or affiliations, age, sex, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors. In addition, the County complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act in hiring and retaining employees. For more information contact the Human Resources Department at (805)781-5959.
This position is temporary. There are no benefits available for this classification.
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