Pest Control Technician

Turner Pest Control; Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision

401(k) Savings Plan

Company vehicle for field work

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Turner Pest Control in Florida is seeking a Pest Control Technician to protect homes and businesses while delivering honest, empathetic customer service. You will travel to appointments to assess pest problems and execute targeted treatment plans.

The job offers paid training, a take-home company vehicle for field positions, and opportunities for advancement, with a flexible schedule that may include weekends, and year-round employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Legal eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
• Availability for a flexible schedule and some weekends.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Travel to appointments to assess pest problems in homes and workplaces.
• Build long-term relationships with customers through honesty and great service.
• Execute specialized pest treatment plans as directed.
• Recommend corrective actions to prevent pest issues.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Safety awareness

Technical proficiency with devices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to make a difference in the health and well-being of your community? We offer a long-term career opportunity in an essential service with competitive earnings and a fast-paced working environment. Enjoy the freedom to work in the field, help others, receive paid training, and access opportunities for advancement!

People come to pest control from a wide variety of fields: route/delivery drivers, retail, customer service, construction, military veterans, lawncare, warehouse, uniform delivery, restaurants...the list goes on!

The bottom line is, if you're a motivated, hard-working, compassionate person with a positive mindset, we can train you for a new career!

What You'll Get...

We want to help our employees build a great career and a great future. At Turner Pest Control, you'll have access to these great benefits!

Health And Well-being

• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical PPO options
• Delta Dental and Vision
• Prescription drug program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and childcare expenses
• Health Savings Plans (HSA) available with qualified plans

Financial Security

• Competitive hourly compensation
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Life insurance and short-term disability 100% company paid (with options to buy up)
• Long-term disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurance options

Work/Life Balance

• Enjoy stable, year-round employment with opportunities for growth
• Paid training
• A take home company vehicle for field positions
• Paid time off and eight paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement

What You'll Do...

As a Pest Control Technician, you'll spend your day helping other people in the community by solving their pest issues and building long-term relationships via honesty, empathy, and outstanding customer service. You'll spend your day traveling to appointments and meeting with customers to assess pest problems in and around their homes and workplaces and executing specialized treatment plans. You will seek to solve existing pest problems and recommend corrective actions to prevent issues.

Who You Are...

• The ability to safely move about customer locations, ascend/descend stairs and ladders to service out of the way areas, and position yourself to conduct service under/around furniture, equipment, and tight spaces
• The ability to safely move items and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• The ability to work outdoors in all regular seasonal weather conditions
• The flexibility to assist in various service departments within the branch as needed
• Basic math skills to measure and mix product applications accurately
• The ability to operate a variety of hand tools and equipment safely
• The ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes an OSHA compliant respirator in some cases
• Technical proficiency with computers, smart phones, etc.
• Held a valid driver's license for at least 3 years with an acceptable driving record
• The ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English
• Good oral and written communication
• Legal eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule (between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.)
• Availability to work some weekends
• High school degree or equivalent

Who We Are...

Turner Pest Control has protected homes and businesses across Florida for over 50 years with expert, eco-friendly pest management solutions. As one of the fastest-growing pest control companies in the state and ranked among the top 100 in the U.S., we take pride in combining innovative services with our strong family values. Our certified specialists provide comprehensive pest, termite, lawn, mosquito, and wildlife management, ensuring year-round protection with no long-term contracts. With flexible scheduling, no-obligation quotes, and a satisfaction guarantee, Turner Pest Control delivers personalized concierge care you can trust to keep our customer's property pest-free year-round.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

Turner Pest Control is a Drug-Free Workplace

Salary: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour