What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wildlife Service & Sales Professional position at Waynes Pest Control?
Why Work With Us?
At Waynes, we believe that meaningful service begins with meaningful relationships. Were a leader in modern pest control, lawn care, and wildlife services with branches throughout Alabama, Mississippi, Florida, and Tennessee. As a proud part of the Anticimex Group, a global leader in preventive pest control with more than 8,000 employees across 19 countries, we bring the stability of a global organization with the heart of a hometown team.
Our core values Courage, Integrity, Perseverance, and Characterguide everything we do. We believe that when our employees are happy, supported, and fulfilled, they go above and beyond to delight our customers.
That is the heart of the Waynes philosophy:
Every little thing matters. A lot.
We are looking for a Wildlife Service & Sales Professional who combines technical skill with a relationship-driven approach. In this role, youll inspect properties, identify wildlife issues, perform exclusion and prevention services, and educate customers on solutions that protect their homes and businesses. Youll also identify opportunities to recommend additional services and build long-term customer relationships.
Whats in It for You?
- Competitive Salary Commission
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Company vehicle and cellphone
- Employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and 8 paid holidays
- Professional development and career growth
- Opportunity to grow with a company that promotes from within
What Youll Be Doing
Wildlife Service & Technical Responsibilities
- Build strong, lasting relationships with residential and commercial customers.
- Inspect properties to identify wildlife activity, damage, entry points, and potential safety concerns.
- Inspect roofs, attics, crawlspaces, and other areas where wildlife may be present.
- Perform exclusion work to prevent wildlife from re-entering homes and businesses.
- Install, monitor, and service bait stations, traps, exclusion devices, and other wildlife-control equipment.
- Maintain accurate service records and documentation.
- Work effectively in varying weather conditions and outdoor environments.
Sales & Customer Relationship Responsibilities
- Build trust with customers by understanding their concerns and recommending solutions that address their specific wildlife and property needs.
- Conduct thorough inspections and accurately measure properties to develop appropriate service recommendations.
- Present professional, customized proposals and explain services, pricing, and expected outcomes clearly.
- Identify opportunities for additional pest, termite, lawn, mosquito, and wildlife services when appropriate.
- Follow up with prospects, referrals, and existing customers to develop new business and ensure opportunities are not overlooked.
- Maintain regular contact with sold customers to ensure satisfaction and encourage continued engagement.
- Stay knowledgeable about Waynes services, industry trends, competitive offerings, and wildlife-control practices.
- Manage your sales pipeline and complete required sales and service reports accurately and on time.
What Were Looking For
A successful Wildlife Service & Sales Professional is:
- A natural relationship-builder who enjoys working with people.
- A self-starter who can work independently while managing a daily schedule.
- Comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
- Comfortable working on ladders, roofs, in attics, crawlspaces, and other tight spaces.
- Willing and able to work around wildlife, including snakes, raccoons, opossums, bats, and other nuisance animals.
- Comfortable using hand tools and power tools.
- Motivated by both customer satisfaction and achieving sales goals.
- Comfortable asking questions, presenting solutions, and closing sales.
- Able to obtain and maintain required Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator and Pesticide Applicator licenses.
- In possession of a valid driver's license with a good driving record.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred; prior sales, wildlife, or pest control, experience is a plus.
Experience and License Requirements
- Driver's License
- Pest Control (optional)
- Sales (optional)