Commercial Pest Technician

Jobtailor; Sevierville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Sevierville, TN is seeking a Pest Control Technician to perform inspections, apply pest control products, and educate customers on prevention. You will answer client questions and help grow our service with current and new customers.

Candidates should have a clean driving record, a high school diploma, and the ability to follow safety protocols and regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a company vehicle.
• Licenses as required by state/local regulations (covered by us).
• Available to work Monday–Friday and weekends as needed.
• Open to learning and becoming knowledgeable in all areas of pest control.
• Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Customer-facing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections of client properties to identify signs of pest infestations, damage, and entry points.
• Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, to effectively eliminate pests while adhering to safety standards.
• Educate customers on pest prevention methods and the importance of maintaining a pest-free environment.
• Provide advice on how to reduce the risk of future infestations.
• Build relationships with customers, schedule and confirm their appointments, help with sales to current customers, and expand our product to new customers.
• Ensure that all pest control equipment is properly maintained, stocked, and in good working condition.
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations regarding pest control products and safety protocols.
• Drive and safely operate a company provided service vehicle (we provide routine maintenance).

Skills

Pest Control Techniques

Chemical Application

Baiting And Trapping

Basic Math Skills

Reading And Writing Skills

Verbal Communication

Customer-Facing Experience

Relationship Building

Education

High school diploma or GED

Related experience or training

Tools

Pest Control Equipment

Service Vehicle

Job description

• Conduct thorough inspections of client properties to identify signs of pest infestations, damage, and entry points
• Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, to effectively eliminate pests while adhering to safety standards
• Educate customers on pest prevention methods and the importance of maintaining a pest-free environment.
• Provide advice on how to reduce the risk of future infestations.
• Build relationships with customers, schedule and confirm their appointments, help with sales to current customers, and expand our product to new customers
• Ensure that all pest control equipment is properly maintained, stocked, and in good working condition
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations regarding pest control products and safety protocols
• Drive and safely operate a company provided service vehicle (we provide routine maintenance)

Requirements

• Clean shaven face- for safety reasons (rebreathers have to be able to seal your face)
• High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Possess a valid driver’s license from state of residence.
• Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by us)
• Available to work Monday-Friday and weekends as needed
• Open to learning and becoming knowledgeable in all areas of pest control
• Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
• Basic math skills — You’ll need to be able to follow instructions for mixing on product labels
• Customer-facing experience preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in pest control practices, including inspections, application of pest control products, and adherence to safety regulations. Strong customer service skills are essential for educating clients and building lasting relationships.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Pest Control Inspections
• Application Of Pest Control Products
• Customer Education
• Valid Driver's License
• Regulatory Compliance

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Pest Control Techniques
• Chemical Application
• Baiting And Trapping
• Basic Math Skills
• Reading And Writing Skills

Soft Skills

• Verbal Communication
• Customer-Facing Experience
• Relationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

• Pest Control Licenses

Industry Keywords

• Pest Infestation
• Safety Standards
• Local And Federal Regulations

Tools & Technologies

• Pest Control Equipment
• Service Vehicle