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Harris County, TX

Vector Surveillance Technician

Houston, TX · On-site

$20 - $24.50/hr

Mosquito & Vector Control Opening Date: 08/04/2026 Closing Date: 9/30/2026 9:59 AM Central Position Description If you're looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for vector control in the United States is $24.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a vector control?

A Vector Control job involves managing and reducing populations of disease-carrying organisms like mosquitoes, rodents, and other pests. Professionals in this field conduct inspections, apply treatments, educate the public, and enforce health regulations to prevent the spread of diseases such as malaria, dengue, and West Nile virus. They often work for public health departments or pest management agencies. The role may include fieldwork, data collection, and using biological or chemical control methods.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a vector control?

A typical day in Vector Control involves identifying and monitoring potential breeding sites for disease-carrying pests, applying pesticides in targeted areas, and documenting inspections and treatments conducted. You may also collect and analyze field data, educate community members about prevention strategies, and collaborate with public health officials or environmental agencies. Fieldwork is common, and you will often work both independently and as part of a team to ensure effective pest management. The role can require flexibility as priorities may shift seasonally or in response to local outbreaks, making adaptive problem-solving an important aspect of the job.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in vector control?

To thrive in Vector Control, you need a background in pest management, public health, or biological sciences, often complemented by relevant certifications or training in mosquito and rodent control. Familiarity with GIS mapping tools, pesticide application equipment, and state/local regulatory systems is typically required. Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills for success in this field. These competencies ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant implementation of vector control measures to protect public health.

What is a vector control specialist?

A vector control specialist is a professional responsible for managing and reducing populations of disease-carrying vectors such as mosquitoes, ticks, and rodents. They often use methods like pesticide application, habitat modification, and public education, and may require certifications in pest management or safety protocols. Their work is typically conducted in outdoor or urban environments to prevent the spread of vector-borne diseases.
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Infographic showing various Vector Control job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,238 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

Foreman II - Vector Control (Health Services)

Shelby County

Memphis, TN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 17 hours ago

Job description

Position Summary 

Performs mosquito abatement under supervision to reduce mosquito numbers and lower the risk of mosquito-borne diseases. 

Pay Grade: 42H 

Minimum Qualifications 

  • Three (3) years of experience in on-the-job or formal work training in pest, mosquito, or vector control; AND  

  • High school diploma or possess a GED.  

  • PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.  

Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Develops a knowledge of mosquito identification, basic mosquito biology, and control. 

  • Performs duties as part of an integrated pest management approach to mosquito control. 

  • Completes daily work records and prepares operational reports as required. 

  • Trains, assigns duties, and evaluates crew members assisting in operations. 

  • Drives and maintains assigned vehicle. 

  • Assures that operations performed are in compliance with the county's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit. 

  • Assures a high level of productivity and efficiency of work activities. 

  • Assures that all policies and procedures are followed. 

  • Operates small tools and equipment used to maintain ditches and natural waterways. Tools include brass pole water dippers, pick forks, shovels, weed eaters, chain saws, ditch blank blades (Joe blade), back spreaders, and swing blades. 

  • Removes and trims vegetation along ditches and natural waterways. 

  • Clears, maintains, and digs soil, trash, and objects to improve drainage ditches and natural waterways. 

  • Performs other related duties as required or directed. 

KSAs 

  • Ability to physically perform assigned tasks. 

  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. 

  • Ability to work cooperatively with coworkers and the public. 

  • Ability to express ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively verbally and written. 

  • Knowledge of mosquito diversity, biology, and ecology. 

  • Ability to identify common mosquito pests and vectors by eye in the field. 

  • Knowledge of the use of hand tools and power equipment used in vector control work and their proper maintenance, e.g., shovels, picks, weed eaters, brush cutters, and handheld sprayers. 

  • Knowledge of the names and composition of insecticides as well as their modes of action in killing mosquitoes. 

  • Ability to read and understand pesticide labels and vector control program policies and procedures. 
     

Special Requirements 

  • Must possess a valid Tennessee driver's license or secure one by the date of employment. 

  • Must be able to work weekends, shifts, altered days or hours, and on call. 

  • Must be a Licensed Pest Control Applicator (Public Health Category) or obtain such by the end of probation. 

  • Must maintain all required licenses and certifications throughout the duration of employment.  

Physical Requirements  

  • Must be able to walk on uneven ground, ascend and descend steep inclinations, stoop, squat, crawl, and perform other physical duties as required. 

  • Must be able to work outdoors in diverse weather conditions. 

  • Ability to be physically able to perform tasks such as lift/lower, push/pull objects.  

  • Must successfully pass a physical examination. 

Disclaimer 

This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered andwill notautomatically disqualify the candidate. 

Shelby County Resident Disclaimer  

All employees hired after September 1, 1986, must be residents of Shelby County and shall continue to reside in the County as a condition of their employment. The residency requirement shall not apply to certain public safety/civil service employees. This means exemption from this policy is in effect for the following departments and positions: (1) Sheriff Deputy Patrol Officers, Deputy Jailers and Dispatchers, employed by the Sheriff Department, (2) Correction Officers employed by the Division of Corrections, (3) Firefighters, Paramedics and Dispatchers employed by the Shelby County Fire Department. The residency exemption for public safety/civil service employees does not include appointed positions with the Sheriff's Office, Division of Corrections, or the Fire Department. 

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