Pest Control Technician

Clark Pest Control; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Life & AD&D insurance

Pet insurance

Company vehicle

License training

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Clark Pest Control in California is seeking a Pest Control Technician to service homes and protect environments from pests. You’ll work outdoors, independently, with a focus on safe, effective treatments and ongoing customer care.

This role includes paid on-the-job training, pesticide license support, a company vehicle, and clear opportunities for advancement within a team that values autonomy and accountability.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No Experience Required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license within the first 90 days of employment (company paid).

Responsibilities

• Controlling pests, weeds, lawn fertilization, tree/shrub care and other agricultural pests on-site in a variety of residential accounts.
• PhysicallyInspecting a variety of residential structures to determine the presence of pests; calculating the severity of infestations and the degree of structural damage.
• Creating diagrams and graphs indicating the type, degree and location of infestations.
• Discussing with residential customers to discuss work to be accomplished and provide creative sales solicitations
• Coordinating activities with the department secretaries and other branch personnel and submitting all paperwork and collections on a daily basis
• Performing other administrative tasks at the supervisor's direction, including ordering equipment and supplies, compiling and submitting a variety of reports, and calling customers regarding client callbacks and stopped service.
• Determining the costs, estimating the crew time and scheduling work.
• Receiving and properly accounting for company funds collected during the course of business activities.
• Maintaining company issued equipment and vehicle in a clean and safe condition at all times.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Have you ever dreamed of being a hero by protecting the world and all (well, almost all) of its living beings? If so, then WE NEED YOU! Since 1950, Clark Pest Control has made the lives of people throughout California and northwestern Nevada – pest-free, worry-free and just plain better.

Overview

Have you ever dreamed of being a hero by protecting the world and all (well, almost all) of its living beings? If so, then WE NEED YOU! Since 1950, Clark Pest Control has made the lives of people throughout California and northwestern Nevada – pest-free, worry-free and just plain better.

We maintain excellence in everything we do, from our first point of contact with our customers, through their customized pest control and lawn care treatments, and then into a watchful continuing care program.

We'd love to welcome you to our team. We reward our employees with superior benefits and compensation, and provide extensive ongoing training to provide you with the skills to succeed. We believe it's important to invest in your career!

Our careers offer the perfect combination of autonomy, accountability, and camaraderie.

Responsibilities

We are seeking an ambitious and energetic Pest Control Technician that enjoys working independently outdoors to service and protect homes and their surrounding environments from unwanted pest activity. The Pest Control industry is not exactly what it may seem. Pest Control is more of a maintenance program to ensure that our customers don’t suffer from reoccurring pest activity. Like electricians or HVAC technicians, our ultimate goal is to ensure the safety and well-being of the customers that we serve.

What You’ll Do

• Controlling pests, weeds, lawn fertilization, tree/shrub care and other agricultural pests on-site in a variety of residential accounts.
• Physically inspecting a variety of residential structures to determine the presence of pests; calculating the severity of infestations and the degree of structural damage.
• Creating diagrams and graphs indicating the type, degree and location of infestations.
• Discussing with residential customers to discuss work to be accomplished and provide creative sales solicitations
• Coordinating activities with the department secretaries and other branch personnel and submitting all paperwork and collections on a daily basis
• Performing other administrative tasks at the supervisor's direction, including ordering equipment and supplies, compiling and submitting a variety of reports, and calling customers regarding client callbacks and stopped service.
• Determining the costs, estimating the crew time and scheduling work.
• Receiving and properly accounting for company funds collected during the course of business activities.
• Maintaining company issued equipment and vehicle in a clean and safe condition at all times.

What’s In It for You?

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance, Voluntary Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Pet Insurance
• Company issued vehicle and gas card. Take your company car home with you!
• Paid on the job training, including paid pest license and license renewal
• Advancement opportunities. We promote from within!
• $55,000 - $64,000 per year

Qualifications

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What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• No Experience Required!
• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license within the first 90 days of employment (company paid)
• Ability to work in the field independently and manage route-based assignments

What’s Required

Candidates must meet physical job requirements and safely perform the following job duties with or without accommodations:

• Safely use a ladder within the manufacturer's weight capacity
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions
• Willing and able to stand, walk, sit, bend, crawl, lift and carry for extended periods of time (within crawl spaces, attics and basements)
• Climb ladders and work at heights, including attics

Clark is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities