Irrigation Technician

Florida Pest Control; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits start day 1

401(k) with company match

Vacation and holidays

Training and development

Job summary

Rentokil North America, Inc. is seeking an Irrigation Specialist to service repairs, maintenance and installations, while managing customer relationships and driving service quality.

You will identify opportunities, present products, and handle scheduled routes with a focus on safety and compliance. The role requires strong customer service, English fluency, and a valid driver’s license; lifting up to 50 lbs and ability to work in a field setting are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write, arithmetic and communicate effectively.
• Must pass drug screen and background check.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass MVR check.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Commitment to health, safety and compliance with company policies.

Responsibilities

• Service irrigation repairs, maintenance and installations.
• Manage a pool of customers and ensure quality service.
• Present and sell company products and services to clients.
• Follow up on new leads and referrals from field activity.
• Develop and maintain sales materials and relationships.
• Prepare paperwork to certify and maintain performed services.
• Maintain vehicles and equipment in good condition.
• Provide on-the-job training to new irrigation specialists.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

English language

Learning ability

Sales prospecting

Customer service

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period!

For more information about our benefits, see below!

We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands and serve consumer and business customers across multiple industries. We are extremely proud of our legacy of excellence and constantly work to fulfill our mission to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet".

What do our Irrigation Specialists do?

Functions Include, But Are Not Limited To The Following

This individual is responsible for servicing irrigation repairs, irrigation maintenance and irrigation installations. They must be able to manage an assigned pool of customers by providing quality and consistency of customer service delivery. This role requires the individual be self-motivated, constantly seeking to build strong relationships with customers and employees, keep customers educated in regards to their lawn, irrigation, pest control, and termite problems, be able to come up with solutions to customers concerns, be pro-active in recognizing potential difficulties, and be creative in bringing in new accounts.

• Maintain a professional appearance and provide a positive company image to the public.
• Inspect property to identify irrigation problems such as triangulation, head to head coverage, matched precipitation and cultural problems in landscape ornamentals and turf grass.
• Understand directions, be able to read a map book, and route scheduled and/or assigned stops effectively and efficiently.
• Maintain customer accounts by performing scheduled services dutifully and timely.
• Present and sell company products and services to current and potential clients.
• Follow up on new leads and referrals resulting from field activity.
• Identify sales prospects and contact these and other accounts as assigned.
• Develop and maintain sales materials.
• Attend scheduled appointments dutifully and timely.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service practices as defined by company standards.
• Prepare presentations, proposals, and sales contracts to existing and potential customers.
• Establish and maintain potential and current client relationships.
• Prepare paperwork to certify and maintain performed services.
• Maintain account services through quality checks, service calls, and follow ups.
• Identify and resolve client concerns in the field, and defer all unresolved issues to management.
• Communicate new product and service opportunities, special developments, information, or feedback gathered through field activity to appropriate company staff.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Must be able to drive a company vehicle safely and courteously.
• Follow all labels. Only use and apply products as directed.
• Must stay compliant with all company and state/federal safety standards.
• Report any damage due to services, additional concern, or unsuccessful treatment to management.
• Properly maintain vehicles and equipment, and keep clean at all times.
• Participate in training events such as seminars, rallies and other meetings.
• Provide on-the-job training to new irrigation specialists, and service consultants.
• Assist other irrigation specialists with their routes, as needed.
• Perform other various duties as assigned.

What do you need?

• High school diploma or GED
• Basic reading, writing, arithmetic, and communication skills are a must.
• Technicians must have the ability to work dutifully without constant supervision.
• Must be able to compose concise and persuasive verbal and written explanations of work performed and observations.
• Strong interpersonal skills are required.
• Must be able to speak, and communicate in English. Must meet company drug screen and background check requirements.
• Must be capable of learning and building rapport with customers.
• Necessary characteristics include but are not limited to, being friendly, professional, paying attention-to-detail, and taking pride in your work.
• Ability to obtain all state licenses required to perform the role
• Ability to follow established procedures and practices
• Commitment to all health and safety guidelines
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass motor vehicle record search
• Must pass pre-employment background screen
• The work requires strenuous physical exertion and the employee may be required to drive, stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel and crouch for extended periods of time, as well as see, talk, hear and use hands and arms to grasp, handle, reach and feel.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Why Choose Us?

A career with the Rentokil family of companies can be a professional trajectory filled with opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a world-class team that rewards high performance, and we love to promote from within. We offer competitive pay and many of our roles offer performance incentives.

Below you'll find information about some of what we have to offer. All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits after they meet certain criteria.

Click here to read more about our Total Rewards Program which includes:

Professional and Personal Growth

• Multiple avenues to grow your career
• Training and development programs available
• Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)

Health and Wellness

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more
• Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1

Savings and Retirement

• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions

Work-Life Balance

• Vacation days & sick days
• Company-paid holidays & floating holidays
• A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility

We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work. Is that you?

This company is a Drug Free workplace.

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