Pest Technician - We'll Train! (Base Salary, Commission & Bonus included)

Abell Pest Control; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A pest control company in Sudbury District is seeking a motivated Pest Technician to conduct inspections and provide effective extermination methods. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and strong communication skills. The role includes building new business through sales and following proper safety procedures. This position offers competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary with bonus & commission

Health & dental benefits

Paid vacation

RRSP matching

Company vehicle

Thorough on-the-job training

Qualifications

• Must possess a driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal required.
• Experience in customer service is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections to identify pest problems.
• Provide guidance for extermination processes.
• Establish contact with potential customers.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service experience

Sales experience

Education

Valid Structural License or willingness to obtain Pesticide License

Job description

Overview

Reporting to the Branch Manager, the Pest Technician will be responsible for conducting thorough inspections to a variety of businesses including residential homes. They identify pest problems, choose an effective approach to eradicate pests and provide recommendations to prevent future infestation. You will also be required to build new business through sales.

Job Description

• Provide guidance for the best extermination processes for the identified infestation source and whether the process will include pesticide use, mechanical traps, blockages, and/or other pest control methods
• Establish contact with potential customers to create new business opportunities
• Follow safety procedures and product instructions at all times when using fumigants, pesticides and power spraying equipment, such wearing protective gear guidelines
• Maintain proper inventory of tools, equipment, and materials in company vehicle
• Manage schedule and route to ensure services are completed in a timely manner
• Address customer needs and optimize their program on-site

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (salary plus bonus & commission)
• Health & dental benefits, paid vacation, RRSP matching
• Company vehicle
• Commission on new business and bonus on service work completed
• Thorough on-the-job training and consistent education opportunities
• Opportunities for growth
• People-first approach with a strong family culture

Requirements

• A Driver's License with a clean driving record
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Customer service experience
• Valid Structural License or willingness to obtain your Pesticide License
• Sales experience an asset

If you are motivated and results-driven, enjoy being on the road, we’d like to meet you!

Candidates with prior experience will be preferred, but applicants with the following experience have successful transferable skills and be equally considered: route sales, route service, field sales, field service, service technician, territory representative, restaurant manager, restaurant server, construction, hotel manager, sales, customer service