Seasonal Wildlife Technician

Essential Job Duties

• Drive company vehicle to client sites to provide wildlife management services in a professional and safe manner
• Provide solutions for nuisance wildlife according to company, industry, and regulatory standards
• Build route density by finding new prospective clients and looking for ways to add value to existing clients
• Participate fully in training opportunities to enhance knowledge; and to meet requirements for licensing and safety standards
• Maintain proper inventory of tools, equipment, and materials in company vehicle to complete all work and tasks assigned
• Work in a safe manner by adhering to OSHA, state requirements, and Plunkett’s policies and procedures
• Project a professional image; is friendly, pleasant, and courteous when dealing with internal and external clients
• Perform effectively with minimal direction and without direct supervision
• Adapt quickly to change and work under tight deadlines
• Organize own work and complete work on a timely basis
• Communicate effectively with internal and external clients
• Work as part of a team that provides “Best in Class” nuisance wildlife solutions
• Cooperate with company management by performing any other duties as assigned

Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily.
• Minimum Requirements:
• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read, legibly speak, and understand English; must be able to communicate clearly and effectively to clients and Plunkett’s employees
• The ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• The ability to utilize application equipment, inspection equipment, and small hand tools
• The ability to work extended hours and some weekends
• A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• The ability to obtain a Commercial Nuisance Wild Animal Control Operator Certification through ODNR
• Physical capability assessment, favorable drug test, and acceptable background record is also required
• Preferred Requirements:
• A wildlife management degree preferred
• Experience working with minimum supervision; able to problem solve and keep detailed records
• Six months experience in a route management, route sales, customer service, sales or account management position
• Has experience using computer-based and mobile applications

Physical Demands And Work Environment

• Communicates through telephone conversations, face-to-face interactions, texts and email
• Lift/push/pull up to 75lbs regularly; some routes may occasionally require lifting/pushing/pulling up to 100lbs
• Extensive bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, reaching overhead, climbing a ladder, working in confined spaces, walking for long periods, and sitting for long periods
• Utilize application equipment (spray guns and bottles, hoses etc.), inspection equipment, and small hand tools
• Working on rooftops of varying heights and angles
• Tolerate a variety of environmental conditions; indoors and outdoors during seasonal weather, damp locations, and dusty locations