Vector Control Technician I

Vector Control Technician I

Salary

$52,374.40 - $71,968.00 Annually

Location

San Bernardino, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-22021-02

Department

Public Health

Opening Date

07/18/2026

Closing Date

7/31/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

The Job

The Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Division, is recruiting for Vector Control Technicians I who perform technical duties in identifying, abating and suppressing vectors. Duties include the following: determine the extent of mosquito and other arthropod breeding and recommend appropriate physical and chemical abatement methods; inspect residences, water runoff sites, poultry ranches and other sites for vector infestation; select and monitor progress of rodent control programs.

Human Resources is also accepting applications for Vector Control Technician Trainee. A separate application is required. It is to your advantage to apply for both levels as appropriate.

For more detailed information, refer to the Vector Control Technician I job description.

This excellent opportunity for career growth also offers a lucrative compensation and benefits package!

To review job-specific benefits, refer to:

• Benefits by Occupational Unit (BbOU) Summary

• Employee Benefits

• County Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Physical Requirements: Duties may involve leveraging approximately one hundred (100) pounds; lifting up to fifty (50) pounds; bending, stooping, and kneeling; working with hazardous materials and poisons.

License: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.

Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation which includes verification of employment history and education, fingerprinting, physical exam, and drug screening.

Visa Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Certificates: Must possess and maintain certificates as a Vector Control Technician in all of the following areas:

• Category B - Mosquito Control,
• Category C - Terrestrial Vector Control, and
• Category D - Vertebrate Vector Control.

NOTE: Certificates must have been issued by the State of California Department of Public Health (CDPH). Legible copies of Vector certificates or Gold Card must be submitted with the application.

Desired Qualifications

Experience enforcing vector related regulations is highly desirable.

Selection Process

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to be explicit in your responses on the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire.

Application Procedure:

Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5PM, Friday July 31, 2026. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):

San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation:

If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans Preference:

Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans Preference Information (Download PDF).

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.

Technical & Inspection Unit

San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits* for more information

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.

• Retirement benefits subject to change.

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COMPETITIVE EVALUATION: The information from the completed Application and the Supplemental Questions below will provide the basis for a competitive evaluation with other candidates in the selection process. It is to your advantage to provide complete, organized and detailed responses to each question. All work experience listed on the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be listed in the Work Experience section of your application in order to be evaluated.

• I have read and understand the above statements.

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California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Vector Control Certifications: Indicate which vector control certifications (Category B - Mosquito Control, Category C - Terrestrial Vector Control, and Category D - Vertebrate Vector Control) you possess. Certificates must have been issued by the CDPH.

• I possess ALL 3 certs (B, C, & D) as described above.
• I possess a Gold Card with all 3 certs (B, C, & D) as described above.
• I possess 1 or 2 of the certs (B, C, or D) as described above.
• I do not possess any of the certs or Gold Card as described above.

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Certificate Verification: Legible copies of your vector control certifications must be submitted by the filing deadline. Note: Your application will be disqualified if you fail to provide a legible copy of the certificate(s) by the filing deadline. Copies may be 1) scanned and attached electronically to the application - OR - 2) submitted via email to employment@hr.sbcounty.gov (Subject line: Vector Control Tech I-Certificate Attachment.)

• I have attached electronic copies of my certificates to the application.
• I have submitted legible copies of my certificates as an email attachment to employment@hr.sbcounty.gov (subject line: Vector Control Tech I-Certificate Attachment.)
• I do not possess the certifications described above.

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Vector Control Experience: Describe your vector control experience, and indicate the number of months of experience enforcing vector related regulations.

Be sure to include the following information for each position held where experience was gained: a) Title of Position, b) Dates of Employment, and c) Name of Employer. Note: Experience must be clearly detailed in the Work Experience section of your application in order to be evaluated. Indicate "N/A" below, if you do not possess experience as described above.

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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).

• I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.

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ATTENTION GMAIL USERS

We have become aware of an increase in Gmails spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.

For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. To access the guide, download the Gmail Filter Setup Instructions (PDF). Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.

Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your www.governmentjobs.com (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.

• I understand

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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.

Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

• I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.

Required Question

Employer San Bernardino County

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San Bernardino, California, 92415-0440

Phone (909) 387-8304

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Website http://www.sbcounty.gov/jobs