GHP Technician

Turner Pest Control LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Pest Control is seeking a Residential Pest Control Technician to inspect, identify, and treat homes on service calls, initial services, and recurring pest control visits. The role requires flexibility across daily routes and the ability to walk long distances, inspect interiors and exteriors, and operate PPE with respirators where required.

Ideal candidates are 21+, hold a Florida driver’s license, a high school diploma or equivalent, and can work independently while delivering

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently, manage route-based work, and provide exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, identify, and provide treatments for residential customers on service calls, initial services, and recurring pest control services.
• Conduct interior and exterior inspections to identify conditions conducive to pests.
• Safely drive a company vehicle and maintain a safe working environment.
• Walk, sometimes up to 7 miles per day, including periods of squatting, standing, and crawling as needed.
• Operate handheld equipment to manage service calls and documents, and provide information about services.

Job description

Job Description: Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Residential Pest Control (GHP) Technician position is to inspect, identify, and provide treatments in the form of service calls, initial services, and recurring pest control services for residential customers. They may also provide overflow coverage of recurring services as deemed necessary by management. These technicians’ days can vary by service area and location daily and require flexible scheduling day by day. Duties include: Provide quality and effective pest detection, elimination and prevention solutions to an established route of residential customers Conduct interior and exterior inspections to identify conditions conducive to pests Safely driving a company vehicle Long periods of walking, kneeling, squatting. Could involve walking up to 7 miles per day. Establish effective working relationships with a variety of customers Use of handheld computerized equipment to manage service calls and documents Provide customers with general information about our various services Conduct service calls as needed Problem solving and/or complaint resolution Be able to withstand long periods of squatting, standing and walking; including the ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes an OSHA compliant respirator in some cases. Be able to lift/move up to 50 lbs. Safe use of portable ladders within the manufacturer’s specifications and OSHA regulations. Have excellent listening and communication skills Performs other duties as assigned Ideal candidates will: Enjoy working outdoors in varying weather conditions Be able to calculate basic mathematic equations Not have a fear of bugs, snakes, rodents, etc. Not have a fear of tight spaces such as crawl spaces and attics Be able to withstand long periods of squatting, standing and walking; including the ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes an OSHA compliant respirator in some cases. Be able to lift/move up to 50lbs Safe use of portable ladders within the manufacturer's specifications and OSHA regulations Have excellent listening and communication skills Be competent with the use of new technology Be organized and able to manage their own daily route Be able to navigate their daily route with GPS Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to safety regulations

Qualifications and Requirements:

Must be 21 years of age Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License High School Diploma or equivalent Ability to work independently, manage route-based work, and provide exceptional customer service. Required skills: Customer service Listening Skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Relationship building skills Problem solving skills Preferred skills: Pest control experience Experience working outdoors Sales experience

We’re proud to serve you. We’ve grown a lot since we began in 1971, but we’re still focused on making our customers’ lives and our communities better. The technologies we use may have changed, but our commitment to our neighbors never will. The very best quality and service — guaranteed. Turner Pest Control has come a long way — today, we're one of the fastest-growing companies in Florida and South Georgia, and we're ranked in the Top 100 pest control companies in the country. We're also designated as a QualityPro Certified company, a distinction earned by less than three percent of U.S. pest control providers.