Lead Pest Control Tech & Field Leader (Austin)

Bugged Pest Control LLC

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Brand-new Ford Maverick pickup
Company-paid fuel
Company-provided iPhone
PPE and field supplies
Paid time off
Training and license-renewal support
Referral program
Scheduling flexibility
Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Bugged Pest Control, a startup residential pest-control company launching in the Austin market, seeks an experienced, licensed applicator to become the Responsible Certified Applicator and founding member of the field team. Base salary ranges $55,000–$80,000 with commissions and up to $25,000 in first-year milestone bonuses.

Role includes growing into leadership, training apprentices, and shaping field operations.

Qualifications

  • Active Texas Structural Pest Control Certified Commercial Applicator license in good standing.
  • Hands-on residential pest-control experience required.
  • Ability to train and supervise apprentices and technicians as the field team grows.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the designated Responsible Certified Applicator.
  • Work as the primary technician during initial growth.
  • Inspect properties, identify pest activity, and perform treatments.
  • Develop and improve service procedures and treatment standards.
  • Oversee safe pesticide handling and documentation.
  • Train and supervise future technicians and field staff.

Skills

Pest-control knowledge
Residential service
Professional, punctual, dependable
Leadership potential

Education

Texas Structural Pest Control Certified Commercial Applicator license

Tools

Field-service software
iPhone usage

Job description

Bugged Pest Control, a startup residential pest-control company launching in the Austin market, seeks an experienced, licensed applicator to become the Responsible Certified Applicator and founding member of the field team. Base salary ranges $55,000–$80,000 with commissions and up to $25,000 in first-year milestone bonuses.

Role includes growing into leadership, training apprentices, and shaping field operations.

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