Service Technician

About the role

As a Service Technician at Plunkett's, you'll manage your own route, provide pest control services, and build strong customer relationships in Albert Lea, Austin, and the surrounding areas.

Training Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour + uncapped sales incentives.

• You set your schedule with flexible hours—no micromanaging or fixed 9-to-5.
• Manage a defined territory that’s yours to build, with your relationships and reputation driving success.
• Unlimited earning potential through uncapped sales incentives—your growth directly impacts your take-home pay.
• Independent in the field but never alone, with a strong support team and extensive training to earn your licenses.

Responsibilities

• Provide pest control services for homes and businesses.
• Inspect properties and treat for common pests.
• Build strong customer relationships and look for opportunities to grow your route through sales.
• Use basic equipment and tools while working in indoor and outdoor conditions.

Benefits

• Full benefits package including $0 deductible medical insurance, PTO, life insurance, and 401(k).
• Comprehensive training and licensing support.
• Career growth opportunities in a stable, family-owned business.
• Supportive culture rooted in teamwork, trust, and excellence.
• Tablet, vehicle, and gas card provided for servicing your route.

Requirements

• Comfortable talking with customers and selling services.
• Self-starter who thrives working independently.
• Eager to learn—training and licensing provided.
• Comfortable with physical work and outdoor conditions.
• Able to use mobile apps for daily tasks.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.

Bonus points: Experience in route sales, account management, or customer service.

Physical requirements: Regularly lift and move 25 to 50 lbs (occasionally up to 100 lbs). Perform physical tasks like bending, reaching, and extended walking or sitting.

Company Values

• Leave No Doubt You Care: Show in all words and actions that you are working to help solve problems. Care about each other, assume positive intent, and work as members of a strong team.
• Own It: Take responsibility for your work with integrity and accountability. Make every impression matter, follow through, document your work, and commit to safety.
• Grow to Control Our Destiny: Embrace growth to ensure control, stability, and career opportunities. See the people, focus on what you can do for them, and always build stronger connections.
• Shape Our Legacy: Improve what you touch, embrace innovation, and build on over 100 years of great service.