Pest Control Technician (Las Cruces, NM)

About the Role

The primary purpose of this role is to perform our industry-leading pest management services for residential customers. You will be responsible for identifying and eliminating pests from residential properties by conducting thorough inspections, determining the type of pest infestation, applying appropriate treatments like pesticides and traps, and providing preventative measures to prevent future infestations, all while adhering to safety regulations and communicating with clients about pest control solutions.

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
• Educate customers on pest prevention methods and the importance of maintaining a pest-free environment, providing advice on how to reduce the risk of future infestations
• Build relationships with customers, schedule and confirm appointments, assist with sales to current customers, and expand our product to new customers
• Ensure 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 (routine maintenance provided)

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, with training provided on safe handling
• Working both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions, with company-provided weather gear
• Regularly engaging in physical activities such as sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, including navigating stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles
• Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), including an OSHA-compliant respirator

Requirements

• Clean-shaven face for safety reasons (respirators must seal properly)
• High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Possess a valid driver’s license from the state of residence
• Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by the company)
• Availability to work Monday-Friday and weekends as needed
• Open to learning and becoming knowledgeable in all areas of pest control
• Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
• Basic math skills to follow instructions for mixing products as per labels
• Customer-facing experience preferred

Benefits

• Professional and personal growth opportunities, including multiple career paths, training programs, and tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues
• Health and wellness benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Savings and retirement plans, including a 401(k) with company-matching contributions
• Work-life balance, featuring vacation days, sick days, company-paid holidays, and floating holidays
• A company mindset prioritizing health, safety, and flexibility

Benefits start on day 1 for full-time colleagues. We are a Drug-Free workplace and an equal opportunity employer committed to complying with all laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities.