Seasonal Mosquito Laboratory & Trapping Technician Clarke of Roselle IL is seeking to hire a seasonal Mosquito Laboratory & Trapping Technician to support mosquito surveillance and West Nile Virus WNV monitoring efforts in local communities.
The role involves traveling to mosquito trap sites to collect samples and processing them in the laboratory. Data from these collections are used to monitor mosquito populations, detect WNV activity, predict mosquito trends, and guide timely control treatments that protect public health.
This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working both outdoors and in a laboratory setting and have an interest in public health, environmental sustainability, and applied field research. It is an excellent opportunity to build technical, scientific, and communication skills while gaining hands-on experience in mosquito control operations.
If the Mosquito Laboratory & Trapping Technician position sounds like a great fit, please complete our initial 3-minute mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information.
WORK SCHEDULE AND SALARY
Starting at 16 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, with flexibility as appropriate. Weekly duties will include a combination of lab work and field collections. This is a full-time seasonal position, generally from May to the end of September.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR LABORATORY & TRAPPING TECHNICIAN
• Be 18 years of age or older • Have a valid Drivers License with an excellent driving record • Background in Biology, Entomology, Environmental Science, or related field preferred • Recent graduate from an accredited University or College preferred, or experience equivalent to degree • Attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced laboratory environment • Self-motivated and able to work both independently and in a team environment • Required to pass the Illinois Department of Agriculture General Standards Exam • Training provided
RESPONSIBILITIES OF LABORATORY & TRAPPING TECHNICIAN
• Monitor and collect surveillance traps in an assigned region • Prepare adult mosquito collections for virus testing • Sort and count mosquito samples • Perform timely and accurate data entry • Legibly record all data as work is completed • Ability to recognize and troubleshoot issues in field and lab settings • Surveillance equipment preparation, inventory, and organization
ABOUT CLARKE
Clarke lives up to their companys mission to make communities around the world more livable, safe, and comfortable. We are a global public health products and services company who pioneers, develops, and delivers environmentally responsible mosquito control solutions to help prevent disease and control nuisances. We are looking for employees who are passionate about sustainable living, caring for our planet, and other people. We value the hard work and time that our team puts in. We have not forgotten that without them, we could not be successful.
We offer on-going training and support for all employees.
BENEFITS
Our positions are fantastic resume builders, and we offer an outstanding fun outdoor team-based culture. Benefits include:
• Spending your days outdoors in nature • Rehire pay increases • Paid volunteer time • Day of Caring employee of the month recognition programs • Paid internships • Employee referral bonuses • A free employee assistance program • 401K, Roth, and Traditional with generous match • Paid time off
Clarke is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace.