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Mosquito Squad is passionate about helping protect families nationwide from the dangers and irritations of pest.
Job Summary
This role is designed to prepare for future leadership positions within the company by providing comprehensive training in field operations, safety protocols, customer service, and team management. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and the physical capability to meet the demands of the role.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in planning and executing pesticide application services across residential, commercial, and industrial sites.
- Learn and apply state and federal regulations regarding pesticide use, safety, and environmental compliance.
- Support field technicians and supervisors in daily operations, including scheduling, inventory management, and customer relations.
- Participate in training programs covering pest identification, chemical handling, equipment operation, and safety procedures.
- Monitor job sites for quality assurance and ensure compliance with company standards.
- Communicate effectively with clients and team members to resolve issues and ensure satisfaction.
- Manage day-to-day depot operations, including dispatch, budgeting, and cost control.
- Prepare reports and documentation related to pesticide applications and site inspections.
- Communicate and collaborate with other departments, such as Sales, HR, and Compliance, to ensure alignment on operational and personnel matters.
- Willingness to shave or trim facial hair to ensure a proper respirator seal, per OSHA and company safety policies.
- Assist with additional assignments and special projects as needed
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; college degree in agriculture, biology, environmental science, or related field preferred.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Must possess or obtain an appropriate state-issued pesticide applicator license.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to complete necessary trainings and/or exams to obtain additional required licenses
Outdoor and Environmental Requirements
- Routine outdoor work in extreme heat, high humidity, and full sun exposure.
- Physically fit and capable of lifting up to 75 lbs, and working in extreme outdoor conditions.
- Extended periods of standing, lifting, bending, kneeling, and walking while carrying up to 75 lbs.
- Ability to work on uneven, slippery, or inclined terrain and in environments with insects, brush, and dust.
- Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including tight-fitting respirators, for extended periods.
- Must be available for flexible scheduling, including early morning start times and extended shifts during peak season and weekends.
Physical Requirements:
- Intensity: Heavy
- Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds or force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
- Ability to work outdoors, in extreme temperatures, wet/humid environments, and/or with vibration
- Working with mechanical and chemical hazards and conditions, including fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and/or poor ventilation
- Ability to climb, talk, crouch, stand, balance, reach, grasp, pull, lift, see, hear, and operate tools and vehicles
- Ability to work in an office environment
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