Pest Control Technician

PestCo; Keokuk (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid time off

401K with employer match

Educational resources and training

Job summary

PestCo is seeking a full-time Pest Control Service Technician based in Keokuk, Iowa. This role involves providing pest remediation solutions to both commercial and residential clients. Key responsibilities include delivering estimates for treatments, ensuring appointments are met punctually, and being a subject matter expert for clients.

The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills and a high school diploma, with pest control experience preferred. Comprehensive benefits include paid training, health insurance, and various reimbursements.

Qualifications

• Effective communication through verbal, written, and in person.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs; kneeling and bending required.
• Self-motivated and results-driven.

Responsibilities

• Provide pest remediation and prevention solutions to structures.
• Complete scheduled customer appointments on time.
• Implement best pest solutions for customers' needs.

Skills

Strong Communication skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Company-provided vehicle

Cellphone/devices

Job description

Location: New London, Iowa 52645

Position Type: Full Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Key Responsibilities

A Pest Control Service Technician is responsible for providing pest remediation and prevention solutions to commercial or residential structures. Duties include, without limitation:

• Recommend and provide estimates for one-time treatments and continual maintenance to new and existing customers.
• Complete all scheduled customer appointments on time in accordance with all applicable Company policies and local rules and regulations.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for customers by implementing the most efficient and overall best pest solution for each customer's individual needs.
• Use all safety equipment as instructed.
• Maintain professional appearance and equipment in working order including but not limited to vehicle, uniform, application equipment, PPE, paperwork, and literature etc.
• Devote your full attention and time, during working hours, to the performance of your duties and responsibilities as directed by your supervisor and the Company.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong Communication skills effectively through verbal, written and in person.
• Strong customer service and in-person presentation skills.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs and be able to kneel and bend as necessary for a job.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• Self-motivated and results driven.
• Valid Driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Pass a background check and drug screen.
• Pest Control experience or Pest Control License (Preferred but not required)

Why Join the PestCo Team?

Comprehensive Benefit Plans

• Use of company-vehicle will be granted upon route assignment
• Company-provided cellphone/devices or reimbursement
• Company Provided Uniform
• Red Wing and Safety Boot Reimbursement Program
• Overtime, Commissions, and Bonuses (for applicable roles)
• Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Time, & Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company Provided Life Insurance
• 401K – Employer Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) - Automatic Employer Contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care FSA
• Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse & Child)
• Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Options (Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage)
• Employee Assistance Program
• PestCo Discounts Program (Included Child Care, Event Tickets, and thousands of Discounts!)
• SmartDollar Financial Wellness Program
• Educational Resources and Training provided on-the-job.

Medical Benefits are effective on the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

Professional Development Opportunities

• Paid training / Hands-On Training – No Experience Required!
• Opportunities to expand licenses and extensive training modules.
• Internal Opportunities for growth with 13 Business Units Across the United States.

PestCo provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.