Pest Control Specialist

Mosquito Authority/Pest Authority - Jersey Shore; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Competitive compensation

Performance-based compensation opportunities

Work/life balance opportunities

Job summary

A pest control service franchise in Toms River, NJ, seeks a dedicated Pest Control Specialist to provide expert pest control for residential and commercial properties. Responsibilities include using pest control equipment, maintaining safety standards, and delivering exceptional customer service. This role requires a high school diploma and a valid driver's license. The ideal candidate will enjoy physical work and have a strong interest in pest control, with the possibility of additional performance-based compensation.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s license with an excellent driving record.
• Pest license preferred.
• Must participate in physical activities including walking and climbing.
• Standing, walking, climbing and manual handling required
• Pest license preferred

Responsibilities

• Work safely in accordance with state requirements and OSHA policies.
• Use pesticide equipment in various conditions.
• Respond to customer inquiries and resolve issues.
• Inspect for pest entry points and provide pest-free environments.
• Complete job documentation timely.
• Maintain a clean company vehicle.
• Drive safely to client sites.

Skills

Knowledge of pest control

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High School graduate / GED

Tools

Pesticide equipment (sprayers, ladders, blowers)

Backpack blowers

Job description

Overview

As a Pest Control Specialist at Mosquito and Pest Authority, you will use proven pest-control products and Barrier 360 treatments on both commercial and residential properties. Our Pest Control Specialists provide expert pest control in a friendly, respectful, and efficient manner. If you’re dedicated to impeccable client service and enjoy physical work, this is a great opportunity for you.

Responsibilities

• Work in a safe manner in accordance with state requirements, OSHA policies and procedures, and maintaining and utilizing required safety equipment when performing duties.
• Use of Pesticide equipment to include sprayers, ladders, backpack blowers (up to 60 pounds) in heat and humidity, often through uneven terrain.
• Responds to basic customer inquiries and requests and notifies owner(s) of complaints or issues to ensure timely resolution. Utilizes excellent communication skills.
• Serves as a problem solver for our customers by inspecting for pest entry points and utilizing the training provided to give our customers a pest-free environment.
• Complete job documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Work flexible schedule as required to meet weekly responsibilities, including occasional weekend hours.
• Maintain a clean company vehicle and operate vehicle safely and legally.
• Drive company vehicle to client sites to provide services in a professional, safe and friendly manner.

Requirements

• High School graduate / GED
• Valid Driver’s license with an excellent driving record
• Interest in learning about pest control mandatory
• Job requires standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling
• Extended hours and weekends when necessary
• Pest license preferred
• Compensation based on pest licensing and experience

Perks

• Paid training
• Competitive compensation
• Additional performance-based compensation opportunities
• Healthy approach to work/life balance available

About Us

Mosquito and Pest Authority does things differently. Our signature Barrier 360 treatment executed by trained technicians gives our customers all-in-one pest control that protects their home from some of the most troublesome pests – all in the same treatment. Our systematic mosquito control system eliminates active mosquitoes so you and your family can win your yard back!

Join our team today!

By accepting to this position, I understand that I am working at a location that is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not Pest Authority Corporate. I acknowledge that each independent Pest Authority franchisee hires and determines the terms and conditions of employment for its own employees. Any employment benefits, compensation and employment practices vary by location. Pest Authority Corporate is NOT the employer and/or joint employer for: (i) any of the job opportunities listed on this website; (ii) any of the independent franchisees; and, (iii) any of the employees of the independent franchisees.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Mosquito Authority / The Pest Authority Corporate.