What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pest Control & Wildlife Technician — $20/hr Start + Defined 6-Level Ca position at Coastal Wildlife & Pest Services?
Benefits:
We pay $20/hour to start with no experience required — but we don't hire everyone who applies. We hire people who show up on time, take ownership of their work, and want to actually build a career instead of just collecting a paycheck.
If that's not you, save us both the time.
If it is, keep reading. This is one of the few technician jobs in Jacksonville with a written, six-level career path that tells you exactly what you'll earn at every step.
Why this job is different
Most pest control companies promise "growth opportunities" and never define what that means. We did the opposite. We built a documented career path with real titles, real timelines, and real pay at every level. You'll see it on day one.
Career path and compensation:
What You'll Actually Do
You'll start each morning with a check in call, then run your route solo. A typical day includes:
What We're Looking For
We hire for attitude over experience. We can teach pest control. We can't teach work ethic.
Required:
Coastal Wildlife & Pest Control Services is one of the fastest-growing pest and wildlife companies in Jacksonville. We're family-owned, locally operated, and we run a tight ship. We don't tolerate sloppy work, dishonesty, or people who can't show up on time. We do reward people who own their work and treat the company like it's theirs.
If you've worked at a big national franchise and you're tired of being a number, this is a different kind of place.
How To Apply
Hit Apply. We're interviewing this week and hiring fast. If your application stands out, you'll hear from us within 48 hours.
One ask before you apply: In the application or the message, tell us in one sentence why you're a good fit. We read every one. The candidates who skip this step go to the bottom of the pile.
Coastal Wildlife & Pest Control Services is an equal opportunity employer. We hire based on character, work ethic, and ability — nothing else.
- Bonus based on performance
- Company car
- Company parties
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
We pay $20/hour to start with no experience required — but we don't hire everyone who applies. We hire people who show up on time, take ownership of their work, and want to actually build a career instead of just collecting a paycheck.
If that's not you, save us both the time.
If it is, keep reading. This is one of the few technician jobs in Jacksonville with a written, six-level career path that tells you exactly what you'll earn at every step.
Why this job is different
Most pest control companies promise "growth opportunities" and never define what that means. We did the opposite. We built a documented career path with real titles, real timelines, and real pay at every level. You'll see it on day one.
Career path and compensation:
- Apprentice (0–6 months): $20/hour
- Wildlife Tech Level 1 (6–12 months): $22/hour production commission $20 per lead you generate
- Wildlife Tech Level 2 (12–36 months): $24/hour 7% sales commission $30 per lead
- Senior Technician (24–36 months): $26/hour 10% sales commission $50 per lead $1,500 annual scorecard bonus
- Team Lead: $28/hour leadership bonus structure
- Service Manager: Salary position with full leadership compensation package
What You'll Actually Do
You'll start each morning with a check in call, then run your route solo. A typical day includes:
- Inspecting homes for pest and wildlife activity
- Applying pest control treatments inside and outside homes
- Setting and removing wildlife traps (raccoons, squirrels, rats, possums, armadillos)
- Performing exclusion work — sealing roof returns, attic vents, crawl space access points
- Talking to homeowners every day, explaining what you found and what you did
- Documenting your work in our system before you leave each job
What We're Looking For
We hire for attitude over experience. We can teach pest control. We can't teach work ethic.
Required:
- Clean driving record and valid driver's license
- Comfortable working in attics, crawl spaces, and on ladders
- Able to lift 50 lbs and work outside in Florida weather
- Self-motivated — you're alone in the field most of the day, so we need someone who runs their route without being managed
- Strong communication skills — you'll be talking to homeowners every day
- Pass a background check and drug screen
- Any prior service industry experience (HVAC, plumbing, lawn care, construction, exterminating)
- Customer-facing work history with strong references
- A track record of staying at jobs longer than 12 months
- $20/hour starting pay with defined raises tied to skill milestones, not tenure
- Production commissions and lead generation bonuses at every level past Apprentice
- $1,500 annual scorecard bonus at Senior Tech and above
- Bonuses for every 5-star Google review you earn
- Company vehicle, gas card, phone, uniforms, and all tools provided
- Health insurance reimbursement after 6 months
- Paid training and certification — we cover your state license costs
- Family-owned company, not a franchise — decisions get made fast and the people who perform get promoted
Coastal Wildlife & Pest Control Services is one of the fastest-growing pest and wildlife companies in Jacksonville. We're family-owned, locally operated, and we run a tight ship. We don't tolerate sloppy work, dishonesty, or people who can't show up on time. We do reward people who own their work and treat the company like it's theirs.
If you've worked at a big national franchise and you're tired of being a number, this is a different kind of place.
How To Apply
Hit Apply. We're interviewing this week and hiring fast. If your application stands out, you'll hear from us within 48 hours.
One ask before you apply: In the application or the message, tell us in one sentence why you're a good fit. We read every one. The candidates who skip this step go to the bottom of the pile.
Coastal Wildlife & Pest Control Services is an equal opportunity employer. We hire based on character, work ethic, and ability — nothing else.
Salary : $1,500