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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Dallas, TX

Mc Kinney, TX | Full Time

$48k-61k (estimate)

3 Months Ago

Pest Control Specialist - McKinney

Gecko Green

Mc Kinney, TX | Full Time

$72k-94k (estimate)

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Pest Control Apprentice

$48k-61k (estimate)

Full Time 3 Months Ago

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Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Dallas, TX is Hiring a Pest Control Apprentice Near Mc Kinney, TX

Summary:

The Pest Control Apprentice is responsible for assisting the licensed Technicians in a variety of capacities. The Apprentice will assist with the application and release of chemical solutions or toxic gases and set traps to kill or remove pests and vermin that infest buildings and surrounding areas.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Follow and adhere to all BPP policies and procedures and ensure effective and efficient use of materials, equipment and human resources that include but are not limited to:

Serve customers with a positive attitude, enthusiasm and professionalism
Present options on every call and assist customers in making the best decision for their home or business
Refuse to compromise company or individual integrity by performing unnecessary services
Assist fellow employees whenever called upon to do so
Perform every job with technical excellence in order to live up to our industry leading warranties and guarantees
Become proficient on the tools and techniques of your craft and seek training and certifications to advance your career
Embrace a safety-first mentality both on and off the job
Promote the BPP image of being clean cut, trustworthy and professional at all times
Act with dignity and respect when dealing with our valued customers, vendors and fellow employees
Complete required forms, reports and approval processes using the provided tablets, computers, phone systems and software
Maintain, inspect and clean assigned vehicle and maintain and secure truck stock to promote time and material efficiency and present a professional image to the public
Record work activities performed
Inspect premises to identify infestation source and extent of damage to property, wall, or roof porosity and access to infested locations
Recommend treatment and prevention methods for pest problems to clients
Spray or dust chemical solutions, powders, or gases into rooms, onto clothing, furnishings, or wood, or over marshlands, ditches, or catch basins
Clean work site after completion of job
Safely drive and maintain truck equipped with power spraying equipment
Measure area dimensions requiring treatment, calculate fumigant requirements, and estimate cost for services
Study preliminary reports or diagrams of infested area and determine treatment type required to eliminate and prevent the recurrence of infestation
Assist other workers in treatment or extermination processes to eliminate or control rodents and insects
Post warning signs and lock building doors to secure area to be fumigated
Set mechanical traps or place poisonous paste or bait in sewers, burrows, or ditches
Cut or bore openings in building or surrounding concrete, access infested areas, insert nozzle, and inject pesticide to impregnate ground
Clean and remove blockages from infested areas to facilitate spraying procedures and provide drainage, using brooms, mops, shovels, or rakes.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job.

Education:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Two years of college or trade school or equivalent experience preferred

Experience:

Possess a minimum of three (3) years of verifiable pest control experience
Possess a clean driving record
Possess a comprehensive understanding of pest control and related operations.

Work Environment:

Field service environment
Exposure to smells and sounds associated with pest control services
Exposure to dust and other debris.

Physical Requirements:

Not afraid of heights to include but not limited to working from tall ladders and roof tops
Ability to stand, walk, and climb ladders and stairs
Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl
Natural or corrected vision to see and focus for close, distance and peripheral vision with normal depth perception.

Work Hours:

Must be able to work extended hours, nights or weekends when needed.

Supervision:

None

Compensation:

This position is nonexempt and is eligible for overtime pay.

Benefits:

Eligibility for health, vision and dental coverage, 401(k) plan and flexible spending accounts, subject to plan terms
Eligibility for company-paid benefits such as life insurance, short- and long-term disability and long-term care, subject to applicable waiting periods
Paid time off (PTO) earned on an accrual basis after 90 days of employment
Company-paid holidays