Pest Control Technician

Pestmaster Services, part of Threshold Brands, and a nationwide leader in pest and vegetation control, is recruiting for Pest Control Technicians in the San Francisco Bay, CA area. We are willing to train the right candidate but preference will be given to applicants that are licensed or certified with 2 years pest services industry experience. Branch 2 Field Rep license is required.

POSITION SUMMARY

Pest control technicians help customers identify and get rid of various pests. The pest control technician’s responsibilities include inspecting customers’ premises, advising customers on possible treatment options. Technician will identify, select, mix, and apply appropriate solutions or trap to get rid of pests.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Determines the kind of treatment required to eliminate a particular type of pest.
• Advises customers on the kind of treatment required to eliminate identified pests.
• Inspects customers’ premises to identify pest problems.
• Fills out all necessary paperwork upon completion of each job.
• Communicates with office staff in order to schedule services with customers.
• Applies suitable pesticides to infested areas by following the label instructions and complying with safety procedures.
• Responds to customers’ requests for various pest control services.
• Identifies opportunities to sell additional company services and products.
• Adjusts chemical mixtures according to the size of the infested areas.
• Distributes door hangers in residential/commercial areas
• Exercise daily time management
• Utilize appropriate protective gear and equipment during application
• Power spray chemicals onto surfaces
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Self-motivated
• Must care about customers
• Must have a great DMV record and valid driver’s license
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug test, to include Marijuana
• Must be willing to routinely lift, push, and pull equipment, ascend and descend from ladders
• Must occasionally work nights
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, occasionally up to 100 lbs
• Proven pest control experience,
• Licensed or certified to perform pest control
• Ability to work in all weather conditions

Pestmaster Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer