Pest Control Technician

About the role

Presto Pest Control is a leading provider of commercial pest control services in the mid-Atlantic region. We serve various types of businesses such as restaurants, hotels, retail stores, property management companies, and healthcare facilities. We are currently expanding and are seeking a motivated and experienced Commercial Pest Control Technician to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Recommend and provide estimates for one-time treatments and ongoing maintenance to new and existing customers.
• Complete all scheduled customer appointments on time in accordance with all applicable Company policies and local rules and regulations.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for customers by implementing the most efficient and overall best pest solution for each customer's individual needs.
• Use all safety equipment as instructed.
• Maintain professional appearance and equipment in working order including but not limited to vehicle, uniform, application equipment, PPE, paperwork, and literature etc.
• Perform pest control inspections and services for commercial customers on a defined route.
• Apply pesticides according to schedule, safety procedures and label instructions.
• Respond to customer inquiries quickly and thoroughly via email, text, phone call.
• Aid in generating new sales leads.
• Visit potential new customers and sign them up for service.
• We pay a generous bonus for bringing in new business.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication skills effectively through verbal, written and in person.
• Strong customer service and in-person presentation skills.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs and be able to kneel and bend as necessary for a job.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• Self-motivated and results driven.
• Valid Driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Pass a background check and drug screen.
• Have a minimum of 2 years' commercial pest control experience.
• Don't mind very early hours (start early, finish early).
• Have a consistent work history & track record of dependability.
• Thrive on building relationships and providing excellent service.
• Bilingual skills a plus.
• Basic computer literacy required (smart phone, email, basic Excel).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication skills effectively through verbal, written and in person.
• Strong customer service and in-person presentation skills.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs and be able to kneel and bend as necessary for a job.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• Self-motivated and results driven.
• Valid Driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Pass a background check and drug screen.
• Have a minimum of 2 years' commercial pest control experience.
• Don't mind very early hours (start early, finish early).
• Have a consistent work history & track record of dependability.
• Thrive on building relationships and providing excellent service.
• Bilingual skills a plus.
• Basic computer literacy required (smart phone, email, basic Excel).

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Self-motivation.
• Driving ability.
• Computer literacy.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit plans.
• Use of company-vehicle will be granted upon route assignment.
• Company-provided cellphone/devices or reimbursement.
• Company Provided Uniform.
• Red Wing and Safety Boot Reimbursement Program.
• Overtime, Commissions, and Bonuses (for applicable roles).
• Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Time, & Paid Holidays.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Company Provided Life Insurance.
• 401K – Employer Match.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) – Automatic Employer Contribution.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care FSA.
• Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse & Child).
• Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• Voluntary Options (Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• PestCo Discounts Program (Included Child Care, Event Tickets, and thousands of Discounts!)
• Professional Development Opportunities.
• Paid training / Hands-On Training Opportunities to expand licenses and extensive training modules.
• Internal Opportunities for growth with 13 Business Units Across the United States.

Pay

$22.00-$25.00/hour

Schedule

8-hour shift, Monday to Friday. Your shift could start very early (before 5:00 AM). We do not schedule nights or weekends, but occasionally urgent customer requests require some flexibility.