Since 1888, Smithereen has been an industry leader in providing unmatched pest control service in addition to being an amazing place to work. Smithereen is always looking for team members that share our core values of leadership, honesty, respect, success, and most importantly, passion.

Smithereen is led by a 4th generation owner and president, who is continuing Smithereen's 2nd century of devoted service, a commitment to not only employees but to the communities that Smithereen serves.

Smithereen strives to engage the community and support charities within it, with their volunteer initiative, S.E.L.E.C.T (Smithereen Environment Life Education Community Teamwork) As a reward for volunteering, employees are eligible to earn up to 3 extra vacation days.

Smithereen’s leadership believes strongly in the value of education along with the well-being of employees and their families. The company offers a scholarship program through Jennings Education Foundation. Specifically, JEF funds are available to support Smithereen staff, spouses, partners and children with the costs tied to educational supplies and tuition.

Being a family owned business, Smithereen offers many company outing activities for you and your family to attend, including holiday parties, boat cruises, sporting events, picnics, and bowling.

We are looking for career minded individuals to join our team for a career in a recession proof industry. The need is real and beyond seasonal. Looking for self managed, with excellent communication skills, reliable people person open to new ideas. You come to Smithereen with an open mind and we will show you how to become a problem solving Pest Management Professional We offer paid training and promote within.

Job duties:

Removal and prevention of nuisance wildlife from man made structures and the areas around them. This will involve inspections of physical structures, setting of traps, physical capture of animals, euthanasia of animals, and installation of preventive materials. Daily activities include: setup of daily service route, communicating with customers, sale of services, completion of service work, and office check-in.

Job Requirements:

Operate motor vehicle – must possess valid Illinois driver’s license.

Previous Wildlife technician experience preferred.

Pass IDNR state certification exam (80%) for nuisance wildlife control.

Enter/exit structures, crawl spaces, attics, climb over and on top of structures, ascend and descend stairs/ladders, walk on roofs, wade in water.

Read, write reports, and comprehend pesticide labels and training materials printed in English.

Utilize OSHA mandated personal protective equipment.

Visually inspect for wildlife activity in, on, and around structures, determine species present, active and potential points of entry, install preventive solutions to active and potential wildlife situations.

Utilize basic tools and inspection equipment including: power drill, hammer, staple gun, screwdriver, pry bar, mirror, flashlight, saw, tin snips, wire cutters, pliers, socket set.

Tolerate a variety of environmental conditions, seasonal weather, and damp, dusty, poorly lighted areas.

Be able to lift, carry by hand, and extend ladders up to 40 feet in height (approximately 75 pounds) multiple times each day. Be able to carry traps containing animals (weighing approximately 30 lbs) multiple times each day. Be able to lift your own weight to gain access to attics and some rooftops.

Have the ability to clearly communicate service and sales information to the customer multiple times each day.

Capture animals using traps, capture poles, nets, or by hand.

Smithereen provides a fully paid and comprehensive training program.

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision plan for individuals or family coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company funding
• 401-K with dollar for dollar company match
• Profit sharing bonus opportunities
• 2 Weeks Paid Vacation
• 5 Paid Personal Days
• 7 Paid Holidays off
• Company vehicle (to take home) and gas card for field workers
• Company paid Life Insurance Policy
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Jennings Education Foundation was created in 1993 with the goal of supporting Smithereen employees and their families with educational resources. Specifically, JEF funds are available to support Smithereen staff, spouses, partners, and children with the costs tied to educational supplies and tuition.
• Student loan re-payment program
• Three (3) paid community days after volunteering at company selected events
• Company Outings- Holiday parties, picnic, bowling, and boat cruises at various times of the year. Families welcomed to attend.
• Fun and relaxed work environment with a great group of people

Smithereen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote diversity through a culture of inclusion and opportunity. We actively seek transitioning military personnel and veterans. We are a drug-free environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 - $21.50 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Fuel card
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Commission pay
• Overtime pay

Payment frequency:

• Paid biweekly

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Morning shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road