Pest Control Technician
Bug Out Service, LLC · Las Cruces, NM · 1 wk ago
Customer ServiceFull-time
Benefits
Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period!
For more information about our benefits, see below!
We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough inspections of client properties to identify signs of pest infestations, damage, and entry points
- Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, to effectively eliminate pests while adhering to safety standards
- Provide advice on how to reduce the risk of future infestations
- Build relationships with customers, schedule and confirm their appointments, help with sales to current customers, and expand our product to new customers
- Ensure that all pest control equipment is properly maintained, stocked, and in good working condition
- Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations regarding pest control products and safety protocols
- Drive and safely operate a company provided service vehicle (we provide routine maintenance)
Essential Job Functions
- Working in tight, confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, narrow aisles, or passageways
- Working around animals, insects and termites
- Working around mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights and scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals
- Moving around — regularly sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, up and down stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles
- Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), like an OSHA-compliant respirator
Qualifications
- Clean shaven face- for safety reasons (rebreathers have to be able to seal your face)
- A high school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- A valid driver’s license from state of residence
- Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by us)
- Available to work Monday-Friday and weekends as needed
- Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
- Basic math skills — You’ll need to be able to follow instructions for mixing on product labels
- Customer-facing experience preferred
Skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
Benefits
- Professional and Personal Growth
- Multiple avenues to grow your career
- Training and development programs available
- Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)
- Health and Wellness
- Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more
- Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1
- Savings and Retirement
- 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions
- Work-Life Balance
- Vacation days & sick days
- Company-paid holidays & floating holidays
- A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility