Field Supervisor, Mosquito Services, Kissimmee
Company: Clarke
Location: Kissimmee
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
Love working with people and the outdoors? Have a bit of entry
level management/previous team lead experience and looking to get
your foot in the door with an amazing company that values people,
the planet, and doing the right thing? Then keep reading to learn
more about Clarke's Field Supervisor opportunity. Working out of
our office in Kissimmee, the Field Supervisor will provide support
to the Site Manager in the field and/or operational base in
Kissimmee. He/she is responsible for helping with the
administration of the office including crew scheduling, quality
assurance checks, mapping problems, crew check outs, reports etc.,
in order to ensure customer expectations and objectives for all
contracts in assigned territories are met. The Field Supervisor
will participate in crew orientations and field training for
Seasonal Field Technicians and will spend considerable amounts of
time performing field operations alongside the Seasonal Field
Technicians.*** Note - during the summer months this position will
work a variable shift to also support our technicians in the field
at night, and will transition to a 1st shift in the off season
months.Mosquito field activities may include inspection of breeding
site using sample cup and dipper to sample water source,
larviciding operations using backpack sprayer or hand application
to street catchbasins using a company truck or bicycle for
transportation, sentinel chicken surveillance and adulticiding
while driving a truck with attached sprayer while following an
established route. Please note that this office also supports a
sentinel chicken program and candidate must be comfortable handling
and caring for chickens, bleeding chickens and submitting their
blood samples for presence of virus. The field work will be
performed outdoors, in an environment that may include heavy
vegetation, uneven terrain, various species of wildlife and varying
weather conditions.We're seeking an independent, self-motivated,
detail oriented, and safety conscious individual with a passion for
the outdoors and previous experience both with field work and
scheduling to join us in our mission to make communities around the
world more livable, safe and comfortable.Job Duties and
Responsibilities:
Coordinate or assist as necessary in
scheduling of crew and operational activities. Assists in the job
ticket flow process. Perform data entry of daily job tickets and
contract information to ensure accurate and timely billing of
services.Communicates with customers, Supervisor and sales as
appropriate to resolve issues or complaints.Works closely with
sales and Supervisor to ensure accurate understanding of contract
specifications and customer expectations.Actively seeks ways to
improve the quality and efficiency of operations within department
and throughout organization. Advises Supervisor or other
appropriate personnel regarding schedule conflicts, service related
issues, equipment problems/issues, employee issues and any other
job related issues.Assists with the training of all seasonal
personnel.Keeps seasonal staff informed on the status of weekly
schedule by preparing and communicating schedule, reviewing any
problems, and encouraging feedback.Ensures that chemical inventory
is maintained such that shortages do not occur and contract
requirements are met. Keeps Supervisors, Manager and staff informed
of chemical status and usage.Performs weekly cycle counts, orders
chemical as necessary and prepares reports. Assigns trucks and
equipment on a daily basis. Promptly advises appropriate personnel
of vehicle and/or equipment damage or malfunction and follows up to
make sure that action is taken to return vehicle or equipment to
safe and proper working condition.Participates in recruiting
activities as necessary to support staffing efforts.Participates as
necessary in crew orientation, field training and on-going
education activities to insure that employees know proper
techniques, procedures and work rules.Performs quality assurance
checks in the field.Performs field work during times of peak demand
or staffing shortage.Performs basic maintenance on field equipment
as necessary. Participates in and engages in programs and work
practices designed to foster and maintain effective team
atmosphere.Responsible for making sure safe work practices and
procedures are followed at all timesSuccessful Candidate Must:
Previous experience working in a fast
paced service operation scheduling or dispatching strongly
preferredPrevious experience in mosquito control, aquatics or pest
control operations is strongly preferredPrevious entry level
supervisory or team lead experience strongly preferred Exceptional
organization skills and attention to detail Strong computer skills
including a proficiency in Microsoft Office ApplicationsAbility to
obtain necessary state licenses Proficiency with maps Excellent
communication and customer service skills Capability to lift up to
50 pounds occasionally and good physical dexterity Communicate
effectively in English in both written and verbal forms Have a
valid Driver's License with an excellent driving record College
degree in related field (Biological/Environmental sciences etc.)
strongly preferred or equivalent combination of education and work
experiencePossess high school level math skillsAbility to
effectively partner with cross functional teams to meet performance
objectives and to support mission and vision of the Company Ability
to travel (at short notice) to multiple site locations to meet the
needs of the business as necessaryThe desire to learn and go "above
and beyond" are an absolute must! We are Clarke, a privately-held
global environmental products and services company. For over 75
years, Clarke has been making communities around the world more
livable, safe and comfortable by pioneering, developing and
delivering environmentally responsible public health mosquito
control and aquatic services. Our services help prevent disease,
control nuisances and create healthy waterways. Our global
customers include governments, commercial and residential groups,
and international institutions such as UNICEF and U.S. AID.Working
at Clarke, you will have the opportunity to grow personally and
professionally. You will learn from some of the most talented
people in your field and make an impact on the world around us.
With Clarke, you join an innovative and passionate team where
people are the heart and soul of the organization, working together
to create an environment where the employees thrive and nature
flourishes. We offer an outstanding compensation and benefits
package (including medical, dental, life, disability, 401k, tuition
reimbursement and profit sharing). At Clarke, each individual can
AND does make a difference. If you're looking for an opportunity to
utilize your skills to impact the success and growth of a
business...Clarke is the place! Clarke is proud to be an equal
opportunity employer and a drug free workplaceInterested candidates
should visit Clarke's website, click on careers and submit resume
online
Keywords: Clarke, Kissimmee , Field Supervisor, Mosquito Services, Kissimmee, Other , Kissimmee, Florida
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