General Labor - Oak Ridge, TN

SUMMARY OF ROLE: Pay $17/hr. Bonus Opportunities!

Do you love working hands-on and being outside? Are you a hard worker and detail-oriented? Then come join our team! Mosquito Squad is the premier and most trusted mosquito control service in the U.S.

If you're committed to providing the highest level of client service and like to do physical work, we have an ideal opportunity for you. In this position, you will apply company products to residential and commercial landscaping according to schedule and as needed based on service requests. Training will be provided. No experience needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES, including but not limited to:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Exceptional interpersonal skills that positively benefits interaction with other team members and homeowners/clients.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team player.
• Must be detailed oriented, able to plan, prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Good decision-making skills, with the ability to analyze information, and implement the best solution to solve problems or challenges.
• Good comprehension and communication skills, with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through written and verbal communication.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and self-control.
• Demonstrate the ability to operate a vehicle according to established safety and risk management practices.
• Enthusiasm, good attitude, articulate, trustworthiness, personal integrity and honesty. Makes a good first impression by being well-groomed, and comfortable meeting and interacting with people.
• Ability to work autonomously and understand when a superior need to be involved in decision making.
• Self-motivated, with a dedication to apply new knowledge to your job including passing any state required training for pesticide application if necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Write short, detailed correspondence
• Be able to study for and pass the Pesticide Applicator test
• Effectively and graciously present information to clients in one-on-one and small group settings
• Display Outstanding customer service skills
• Be a Team player
• Have a safe driving record and reliable transportation
• Pass pre-employment screenings

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to lift & carry a 55 lb. backpack blower over wooded and uneven terrain.
• Frequently move the whole body to perform tasks such as, lifting, walking, carrying, pushing, pulling the handling of materials.
• Stand or walk for periods of time.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch in awkward positions.
• Perform duties safely and effectively in various weather conditions

PERKS

• Company vehicles
• Work outdoors
• Paid training and on-boarding
• Flexible schedule
• Paid weekly
• Review daily route assignment and efficiently load the truck
• Follow route assignment and drive safely
• Politely and graciously greet client (if home) and explain day's procedure
• Apply protective barrier treatment and other applications as trained
• Notify client when complete and expertly explain any unusual findings and answer questions
• Complete all required forms accurately and on time
• Maintain vehicle and equipment in clean and proper operating condition

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law and regulations?
• Do you have any previous pest control experience?
• This is a seasonal job that will end late October, is that ok?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $17