Pest Control Technician

Aptive Environmental, LLC; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Company vehicle provided

Gas card provided

Paid training

Health, Dental, Vision

Life insurance

Pet insurance

401K with match

Paid holidays and PTO

Advancement opportunities

Company culture

Job summary

Aptive Environmental provides pest control services across 34 states. Aptive seeks a full-time Pest Control Technician to run a local route around Valparaiso, IN, reporting weekly to Merrillville/South Bend. You’ll use a company vehicle, carry equipment, and follow safety regulations to protect homes.

Training is provided; a valid license and clean driving record are required. Benefits include health/dental/vision, life and pet insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and time off, an

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Driver's license

Clean driving record

Willing to learn

Team player

Job description

Location Zip Code: 46410 Job Family: Service Professional 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 Valparaiso, IN This position will report to our office in Merrillville/South Bend, IN 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.

$19.50 - $23.50 an hour

Uncapped bonuses - this is unique to us, you've never had a bonus like this before!

Annual incentive trip - Circle of Excellence

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

• 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

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, 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.

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.