Insect Inspector (HSC/HS 3) – Manchester Health Department

Qualifications and Experience:

• Completion of Secondary Education 
• Two CSEC subjects; inclusive of English Language would be an asset 
• At least one (1) year working experience in vector control 

Specific Knowledge Required

• Vector control inspection 
• Operation of the Fogging and Mist Blower machines 
• Mixing of chemicals for vector control 
• Infection Control 
• Standard Operating Procedures 
• Investigation Processes
• Conducting Surveys 
• Treatment of Wasp Infestation and Rodent Control 

Main Duties

• Supervises Mosquito source reduction activities, through the inspection of premises (houses, businesses, institutions, open lots, etc.), oiling of drains and stagnant water. 
• Assists with the erection, monitoring and collection of ovi-position traps. 
• Performs treatment of wasp infestation at Health Centres and other sites. 
• Assists in the investigation of reported complaints relating to mosquito nuisances and other vermin. 
• Assist in rodent control activities, including the baiting of premises. 
• Assists in dipping exercise for the detection of culex/anopholles ssp. breeding. 
• Assists with the preparation of material for adulticidal activities.
• Supervises adulticidal exercise for adult mosquito breeding. 
• Carries out any other duties related to the control of vector borne diseases that will arise from time to time. 
• Provides the general public with information on the prevention and treatment of mosquito breeding sites, through face-to-face discussions and distribution of printed materials. 
• Conducts surveys in specified areas as requested. 
• Reports to the Parish Programme Specialist (Vector Control) any problems seen that will give rise to the breeding of insects.
• Performs any other duties as directed by supervision 

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED