Pest Specialist

At Palmetto Exterminators, our team is committed to providing exceptional pest control services while fostering a work environment that values integrity, excellence, empathy, accountability, and teamwork. We invest in our team members through training and personal development. A Pest Specialist is a rewarding career where you can make a real impact and be a part of a supportive, professional team.

As a Pest Specialist you will provide pest control for residential homes and commercial establishments by identifying potential pest problems and conducting inspections, while designing and implementing control strategies to resolve all of a customer's pest control needs.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Being prompt to scheduled appointments.
• Inspect the property, determine problem, and implement the most effective solution.
• Identify different species of roaches, rodents, ants, and other household pests
• Operate and maintain spraying equipment, bait gun, power fogger and other equipment for applying pesticides
• Maintain knowledge of applicable laws, rules and regulations governing pesticide application.
• Document/Record all information by filling out all company inspection forms, in accordance with Company procedures.
• Effectively communicate with customers and office staff.
• Thoroughly and efficiently gather customer information, access and fulfill customer needs, educate the customer where applicable in order to prevent future pest infestations
• Participate in routine maintenance of Company vehicle and equipment.
• Practice workplace safety procedures as outlined in the Company's Safety Manual.
• Operate company vehicle in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life.
• Clean vehicles as scheduled and/or required.
• Dress Professionally. Maintain company uniforms in neat and professional manner. Follow company dress code.
• Communicate with Manager immediately if questions arise in the field concerning treatment protocols.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to identify common household pests and WDOs
• Knowledge of proper treatment methods for pests
• Knowledge of inspections requirements for WDOs and pest problems in residences and commercial establishments
• Ability to perform recommended treatments
• Knowledge of residential, commercial, and remodeling construction and building techniques
• Comfortable wearing safety equipment including respirator, goggles, etc.
• Comfortable in small, confined spaces (i.e. crawlspaces)
• Able to safely operate a vehicle
• Reading, legible & accurate writing, and drawing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with all equipment used to execute treatments
• Basic math skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess current Driver License in the state where you work and maintain a driving record consistent with company standards
• High school degree or equivalent experience
• Present a professional appearance including wearing an approved uniform
• Able to work a 40-hour work week
• Drug-free workplace
• Able to pass a pre-employment background check

Pay: After a period of paid training, the position will transition to commission-based compensation structure (guaranteed minimum hourly rate).

Benefits:

• 401(k)/matching
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Company provided Basic Life Insurance/Long Term Disability
• Company provided Employee Assistance Program
• 9 Paid Holiday’s
• Paid Vacation/Sick Leave
• Company Owned Vehicle for business use

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required) with at least 3 years of driving experience excluding a permit