Entomology Technician (Insect and Disease Management) - 5665

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If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State's career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State. . The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry is accepting applications to fill an Entomology Technician (IDM) position in the Bureau of Forestry, Forest Health and Monitoring Division, based out of the Old Town area. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION & FORESTRY ENTOMOLOGY TECHNICIAN INSECT AND DISEASE MANAGEMENT Opening Date: June 16, 2026 Closing Date: End of the day June 30, 2026 Location: Old Town Position Number: 01715-5665 Position Type: Full Time/Year-Round Class Code: 9403 Grade: 15 (Operations/Maintenance) Salary: $18.32 - $24.97 Per Hour* *(This includes a 7.5% Salary Adjustment) Interested candidates need to submit a Direct Hire Application , Cover Letter , and a detailed Resume. BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: These are technical service positions that involve identifying and surveying for forest insect and disease pests, evaluating forest and tree health, collecting and handling data, and assisting professional entomology and pathology staff with various forest health projects. Work is performed in both the field and lab. Field work may include urban, suburban, rural, and remote locations. Work may be conducted under a variety of adverse conditions, including walking several miles per day over a varied terrain with a backpack weighing up to 35 pounds, sometimes in inclement weather, and in areas with irritating plants/insects (poison ivy, ticks, biting flies). Working alone in remote locations is sometimes required for certain tasks. Limited statewide travel is sometimes required. Work is performed under limited supervision. The following tasks are typical duties of these positions: Surveys for forest insect and disease pests using a variety of traps & trapping protocols, using problem solving where needed Performs a variety of insect and disease visual surveys and records observations and data using paper or electronic data sheets on devices such as smart phones, tablets, and laptop computers Help to develop improved survey techniques under guidance of professional entomology/pathology staff Collects samples and enters survey data during the field season and assists with sample sorting, identification, and finalization of datasets following completion of surveys Communicates summarized field and lab data to professional entomology/pathology staff for report preparation Responds to landowner/manager and homeowner requests for assistance as assigned by professional entomology/pathology staff to identify causes of tree health concerns Surveys and maps areas to detect and determine geographic extents of forest insect and disease infestations Assists professional regulatory staff with site inspections to prevent the spread of quarantined forest insect and disease pests Works cooperatively with other field staff and occasionally oversees daily activities of seasonal employees or interns Performs basic navigation tasks, including vehicle navigation to areas of concern for forest pest damage and locating areas of concern in forested settings Maintain assigned equipment and tools Obtains and maintains a State of Maine pesticide applicator license For questions specific to the position, please contact Jeff Harriman at: Jeff.Harriman@maine.gov MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A three (3) year combination of training, education, and/or experience in basic technical field or laboratory entomology, pathology, forestry, or related work. Special Requirements : Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Maine Driver's License and must reside in or relocate to greater Augusta or Old Town area within the first six months of employment. Preference will be given to candidates with a current valid pesticide applicators license. Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorships or STEM OPT extensions. No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: Work-Life Balance - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases

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