General Pest Technician

Platinum Pest Solutions; Lansing (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical insurance after 30 days

Dental, vision, and life insurance (em

401(k) program

Paid time off

8 paid holidays

On-the-job training

Job summary

Platinum Pest Solutions is hiring a Field Technician for the General Pest Department to inspect properties and implement effective treatments for multi-family and commercial clients. You will educate customers on prevention and maintain thorough service records.

The role requires inspecting on your own route, applying treatments safely, and complying with state regulations. We offer paid on-the-job training and a clear path to growth with multiple Midwest locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Pest control experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect multifamily and commercial properties on your own service route.
• Detect pest activity, find the source, and choose the right treatment.
• Protect clients by applying treatments safely and following regulations.
• Explain to property managers and residents what you found and how to prevent it.
• Keep clear, accurate service records.
• Take care of your company vehicle and equipment.
• Keep learning new methods and stay current on industry standards.

Skills

Driver's license

Route management

Customer communication

Problem solving

Pest control knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

As a Field Technician in the General Pest Department at Platinum Pest Solutions, you will be responsible for providing high-quality pest control services to multi-family and commercial clients. Your role includes inspecting properties, identifying pest issues, implementing effective treatment plans, and educating customers on pest prevention. You will play a key role in ensuring customer satisfaction and maintaining the company’s reputation for excellence.What You’ll DoOur approach is simple: Inspect. Detect. Protect.Inspect multifamily and commercial properties on your own service route.Detect pest activity, find the source, and choose the right treatment.Protect our clients by applying treatments safely and following company and state regulations.Explain to property managers and residents what you found and how to prevent it next time.Keep clear, accurate service records.Take care of your company vehicle and equipment.Keep learning new methods and stay current on industry standards.What You'll BringHigh school diploma or equivalentValid driver’s license and a clean driving recordAbility to lift equipment and work indoors and outdoors in all kinds of conditionsConfidence managing your own route and scheduleClear communication and good problem-solving skillsPest control experience is a plus, but not requiredWhy Platinum Pest Solutions?You’re part of a family business. We’re family-owned and run by people who know the work. When you have a question or need support in the field, you’ll talk to someone who knows your name and your route.You work with businesses. We serve apartment communities, commercial buildings, and facilities. You’ll get to know your accounts and the property managers who run them.We train you. Every technician learns the Platinum Shield of Defense, our approach to keeping properties pest-free. You’ll start with paid on-the-job training, then continue your education as your career grows.We stand behind your work. Every service comes with our 100% guarantee: if they come back, so will we. That means you have the time and support to do the job right.You can grow with us. We have locations in Chicago, Indianapolis, and Milwaukee, and our Wisconsin team is growing. Strong technicians have room to take on more as we expand.Compensation & Benefits$17.50 to $18.50 per hour, based on experience and qualificationsAdditional $1 per hour upon obtaining Illinois Structural Pest LicenseFull time, Monday to Friday, with optional Saturday overtimeCompany vehicle and company phoneMedical insurance after 30 daysDental, vision, and life insurance paid 100% by Platinum (employee only)401(k) programPaid time off, plus 8 paid holidaysPaid on-the-job training and continuing pest control educationReady to join the team? Apply today. We’ll be in touch.