VECTOR CONTROL LABOR CREW LEADER 7303

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class supervises a number of crews engaged in pesticide application and the maintenance of drainage areas. Work involves determining work methods and procedures as well as participating in the assignments. Supervision is exercised over equipment operators and laborers. Work is performed under the general supervision of an administrative supervisor. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Supervises construction and maintenance of drainage systems in assigned sector; lays out project to previously set specifications;

Schedules and coordinates the use of laborers, equipment operators, materials and equipment;

Supervises traveling crews engaged in applying pesticides to breeding sites in conformance with New York State laws and safety regulations;

Performs preliminary and follow-up surveys of breeding sites to determine control requirements and evaluate existing procedures;

Keeps records and makes reports of work activities and materials used.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods, materials and equipment common to pesticide application and the maintenance and construction of drainage areas; thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and the safety precautions of pesticide application; some knowledge of County geography and topography; ability to read U.S. Coast Guard and geodetic survey maps; ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of crews in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to understand, interpret and effectively carry out written or oral instructions accompanied by construction plans; ability to deal with the general public courteously and tactfully; ability to keep records and make reports; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and five (5) years of experience in the maintenance and construction of drainage systems.

NOTE: Additional experience will be substituted for high school on a year-for-year basis.

PROMOTIONAL

Three (3) years of experience as a Construction Equipment Operator working in the Division of Vector Control for the Suffolk County Department of Public Works.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

1. Candidates must obtain a Category 8 Pesticide Applicator License issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation within the first 26 weeks of employment.
2. Candidates must possess the appropriate license issued by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles. The type of license required will be determined by the appointing authority with respect to the type of vehicle to be operated. License must be maintained throughout employment in this position.

R11/29/18

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive