Pest Control Technician

Aptive Environmental, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptive Environmental, a leading pest control service provider, is seeking a Pest Control Technician in Houston. This full-time role offers comprehensive training, a company vehicle, bonuses, and benefits, promoting a vibrant team culture. Ideal candidates will excel in problem-solving and teamwork, with no prior experience required.

Benefits

Uncapped sales and referral bonuses

Up to $300 bi-weekly bonuses

Annual incentive trip

Company vehicle provided

Paid training

Group Health, Dental, and Vision plans

401K with employer match

Paid holidays and time off

Opportunity for advancement

Qualifications

• No experience necessary; training provided.
• Valid US driver’s license required.
• Clean driving record necessary.

Responsibilities

• Running a daily route to resolve pest concerns.
• Maintaining truck and equipment in working order.
• Mixing and applying pesticides per regulations.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

US Driver’s License (valid for 3 years)

Job description

We are seeking a hard-working, innovative, detail-oriented and creative team player to join our Aptive team! This is a full-time Pest Control Technician position located on the road in the area around the Houston, TX . This position will report to our office in Houston, TX once per week. The individual we are looking for is also someone that enjoys working in a team environment, and excels working at an individual level.

Uncapped sales and referral bonuses - this is unique to us, you’ve never had a bonus structure like this before!

Up to 300 dollars in bi-weekly bonuses

Annual incentive trip

Company iPhone provided

Save money from driving our vehicle

What we offer:

Ability to make overtime

Company vehicle provided which can be taken home nightly

Company gas card provided

Ability to work outside in your local area

Paid training

Group Health, Dental, and Vision plans

Pet insurance, Life insurance, and EAP benefits

401K with employer match up to 4%

Paid holidays and paid time off

Opportunity for advancement

Upbeat and exciting company culture and much more!

Responsibilities include:

Running a daily route where you will be resolving customer pest concerns and issues

Maintaining truck and equipment in proper working order

Keeping accurate records of treatments provided

Mixing, applying, and working with pesticides following state and federal laws

Serve as the subject matter expert for your customers by implementing the most efficient and overall best pest solution for each customer's individual needs

Maintain and service all route customers according to company standards and procedures

Advise customers of potential problems

Keep management informed of any problems encountered on service routes

Maintain proper inventory of pesticides in usage

Please note that you will be assigned a route in your local area

Carry a product backpack that weighs approximately 50 lbs

Work schedule includes every other Saturday

Qualifications:

This is an opportunity for a great career with no experience necessary; we will train you

A US driver’s license that has been valid for a minimum of 3 years is required

A clean driving record is required (no more than one moving violation in the past year and no more than 2 moving violations in the past 4 years)

A drug test and background check will be performed on all new hires

About Aptive Environmental:

Aptive Environmental provides pest control services to 34 states in the US. Co-founded in 2015 by Vess Pearson and David Royce, Aptive launched with the clear intention of becoming a world-recognized brand.

In 2021, Aptive was included in Inc. Magazine’s “Best in Business” list of companies that make a positive impact. Aptive is also featured on Glassdoor's 2019 list of Top 100 US workplaces and is ranked one of Entrepreneur Magazine's Best Companies in America. We are a proud member of the EPA's Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program and have partnered with the United Nations Foundation’s "United to Beat Malaria" to help stop the spread of malaria transmitted by mosquito bites.

*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please inform your recruiter.

About Us

Aptive is more than just pest control. We take extra care treating homes and creating happy, healthy places to live. Our mission is Every Home Enjoyed.

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Us:

Aptive Environmental provides award-winning residential pest services to more than 5,000 cities across North America. Co-founded in 2015 by Vess Pearson and David Royce, Aptive launched, becoming an industry-leader in pest control and a globally recognized brand. In 2020, with more than a million customers, Aptive was named by PCT Magazine as the 7th largest pest control company in the nation out of 20,000 competitors.

In 2019 Aptive was the youngest company featured on Glassdoor’s Top 100 US workplaces and is currently ranked one of Entrepreneur Magazine’s Best Companies in America. Aptive is also a proud member of the EPA’s Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program and has partnered with the United Nations Foundation “United to Beat Malaria” to help stop the spread of Malaria transmitted by mosquitoes. Aptive is committed to protecting the places we love because home matters.