Pest Control Technician

Pest Hunters/Humbug Holiday Lighting of Central Austin; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Training & development

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Pest Hunters Mosquito Hunters of Central Austin-Round Rock-Pflugerville is seeking a Pest Control Technician who will perform pest and mosquito control, and install holiday and permanent lighting when needed. You will build strong relationships with customers and contribute to growing our client base with a sales-minded approach.

The role involves fieldwork, a 30–40 hour work week, and a start time around morning hours; consistent, reliable attendance and safety-conscious practice are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be 25 or older and have a valid driver's license with a clean record.
• Able to carry and operate a 60–65 lb backpack sprayer for long periods.
• Comfortable working outdoors in Texas heat and varying winter weather.
• Willing to work some evenings and weekends during holiday lighting season.
• Pass a drug screen and background check; dependable and honest.

Responsibilities

• Perform pest and mosquito control at homes and businesses using backpack sprayer.
• Install and maintain holiday and permanent lighting installations as scheduled.
• Build strong customer relationships and communicate prevention tips.
• Find upsell opportunities and support service area expansion.
• Maintain equipment and comply with safety and pesticide regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Tools

Backpack sprayer handling

Ladders safety & use

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Training & development
• Opportunity for advancement

About Us

Pest Hunters Mosquito Hunters of Central Austin-Round Rock-Pflugerville is an established, innovative pest and mosquito control company serving the greater Austin metro area. Our sister brand, Humbug Holiday Lighting of Central Austin-Round Rock-Pflugerville, installs holiday and permanent lighting for homes and businesses. We are a growing team built on integrity, reliability and delivering exceptional service to every customer.

We are looking for a motivated, customer-focused Pest Control Technician to join our team. Most of the year you'll do pest and mosquito control. During the holiday season and on permanent lighting jobs, you'll install lighting. We want someone who takes pride in their work, values their reputation and wants to grow with a company that invests in its people.

What We Offer

• Base pay: $20 to $24 per hour (based on experience)
• Full-time hours: 30 to 40 hours per week, all year
• Sales commission: $100 for every new customer acquired, $50 for every upsell to an existing customer
• All Pesticide Applicator License certification costs covered by the employer
• Paid training in holiday and permanent lighting installation
• Steady work all year: pest and mosquito control in the warm months, lighting installation in the holiday season
• Room to grow into lead technician and installation crew lead roles
• A supportive, team-oriented work environment

Position Summary

As a Pest Control Technician, you will be the face of our brands in the field. You will do professional pest and mosquito control, install holiday and permanent lighting, build strong customer relationships and spot chances to grow our client base. The role combines technical service with a customer-first, sales-minded approach.

Employment Type: Full-Time | 30 to 40 hours per week

Shift: 8 to 10 hours | Start time 7:30 to 8:30 AM

Schedule: Monday to Friday | Weekends and some evenings as needed during holiday lighting season

Location: Austin Metro Area: Central Austin, Round Rock, Pflugerville

Key Responsibilities

Pest and Mosquito Control

• Apply pest and mosquito treatments with a backpack sprayer at homes and businesses
• Inspect properties, identify pest infestations and carry out targeted treatment plans
• Apply pesticides and treatments precisely and in full compliance with Texas pesticide laws and company policy
• Give customers clear prevention tips after each service

Holiday and Permanent Lighting Installation

• Install, maintain and take down holiday lighting on homes and businesses during the holiday season
• Install permanent lighting systems when those jobs are scheduled
• Work safely on ladders and rooftops, following all fall protection and ladder safety procedures
• Measure, plan and lay out lighting runs, and test that every display works before you leave
• Troubleshoot and fix service calls on installed lighting
• Keep the work area clean and protect the customer's property during installation

Customer Experience

• Text customers before you arrive and stay professional and courteous during every visit
• Confidently answer common customer questions about treatments, safety, pest prevention and lighting
• Make sure every customer is fully satisfied, from arrival to the end of each job

Sales and Growth

• Find and present upsells to existing customers, including lighting for pest customers and pest control for lighting customers ($50 commission per upsell)
• Promote our services and refer new customers ($100 commission per new customer acquired)
• Help expand our service area across Central Austin, Round Rock and Pflugerville

Equipment and Compliance

• Maintain, clean and inspect all spray equipment, ladders and installation tools after each shift
• Follow all company safety rules and state regulations at all times
• Complete all required company training and state-mandated certifications

Requirements

• Must be 25 or older (required for our commercial auto insurance)
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Able to carry and operate a 60 to 65 lb backpack sprayer for long periods
• Comfortable working at heights on extension ladders and roofs
• Able to lift and carry ladders and equipment up to 50 lbs
• Able to work outdoors in Texas heat and in cold or wet winter weather
• Available for extra hours, some evenings and weekends during holiday lighting season (typically October through January)
• Able to work independently and manage daily routes well
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Able to pass a drug screen and background check
• Honest, trustworthy and dependable. These are non-negotiable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid Texas Pesticide Applicator License (the employer covers the cost if you don't have one yet)
• Prior pest control or mosquito control field experience
• Holiday lighting, permanent lighting, roofing, gutter, electrical or similar installation experience
• Experience in a customer-facing, route-based service role

Schedule

• 30 to 40 hours per week
• 8 or 10 hour shifts
• Monday to Friday (primary)
• Weekends and some evenings as needed, mostly during holiday lighting season
• Start time: 7:30 to 8:30 AM

Compensation

• Base pay: $20 to $24/hr (based on experience)
• New customer commission: $100 per new customer acquired
• Upsell commission: $50 per upsell to an existing customer
• Certification costs: 100% covered by the employer