Apprentice Specialty

Modern Pest Services; California (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission plan

Job summary

Corky’s Pest Control seeks a Specialty Technician to inspect properties, seal entry points, and assist with pest control treatments. The role includes minor construction work in attics or crawlspaces, maintaining records, and educating clients on prevention.

The technician will support route teams, handle safety procedures, and ensure compliance with pest control regulations while delivering excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
• Knowledge of the pest control industry.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Capable of safely applying pesticides.
• Availability for at least 40 hours per week, including some weekends.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Inspect properties for pest entry points and seal gaps.
• Assist route technicians and maintain client reports.
• Apply treatments and manage traps safely.
• Seal entry points and perform minor repairs.
• Educate clients on pest prevention.
• Maintain equipment and safety compliance.
• Load/unload tools and drive to sites.

Skills

Pesticide safety

Customer service

Tech proficiency

Safety procedures

Pest biology

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: As a Specialty Technician, you will report to a Service Manager or Field Supervisor. Your role involves inspecting properties for pest entry points and sealing gaps to prevent rodents and wildlife from entering. This may require minor construction work in attics, crawlspaces, and roofs, while ensuring safety and providing client reports. Your tasks include assisting route technicians, building client relationships, conducting inspections, planning treatments, applying solutions safely, managing traps, sealing entry points, educating clients, maintaining records, and ensuring equipment upkeep. Adhere to pest control regulations and safety standards. Inspect residential and commercial properties for pest infestations. Seal openings using various materials and perform minor repairs. Prepare and apply chemical solutions while ensuring safety compliance. Manage traps and non-chemical pest control methods. Seal entry points to prevent future infestations. Set and retrieve traps for nuisance animals. Educate clients on preventative measures. Maintain detailed service records. Ensure company vehicles and equipment are clean and stocked. Comply with safety guidelines. Load and unload tools and equipment. Coordinate services and handle customer complaints professionally. Operate power tools as required. Use technology for communication with clients and coworkers. Work collaboratively in a positive team environment. Troubleshoot construction flaws and seal entry points. Inspect and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE). Complete daily routes for termite jobs, applying treatments and installing baiting systems. Inspect properties for termite activity. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.


• Knowledge of the pest control industry.


• Ability to follow instructions accurately.


• Capable of safely applying pesticides.


• Experience with scheduling or routing apps preferred (training available).


• Availability for at least 40 hours per week, including some weekends.


• High school diploma or equivalent..

Required Skills

• Obtain a state board certified license within 90 days of hire.


• Proficient with computers and smartphones.


• Strong oral and written communication skills.


• Knowledge of pest biology and safety protocols.


• Excellent customer service and client interaction skills.


• Attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities.


• Adhere to workplace health and safety procedures, including PPE usage.


• Follow pesticide safety protocols.


• Meet company goals and targets.

Preferred Skills

• Branch 2 or Branch 3 License.


• Previous pest control experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely move about customer locations, ascend/descend stairs, and ladders to service out of the way areas, and position self to conduct service under/around furniture, equipment, and tight spaces.


• Ability to work in tight spaces, and sometimes from heights (roofs/ladders).


• Ability to work outdoors in all regular seasonal weather conditions.


• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 75lbs independently and team lift up to 200lbs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Additional Notes

Eligible to participate in commission plan

Schedule

The work schedule is a 40-hour week, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 AM to 5 PM, with potential weekend work.

Requirements

A valid pest control board certified license must be obtained within 90 days of hiring.

Established in 1967, Corky's Pest Control is one of the leading pest control providers in Southern California. Every day, technology and science drive us to new control efficiencies and levels of environmental safety allowing us to lead the way and provide the best pest control services available to more than 30,000 customers.