Pest Control Technician

Thompson Street Capital Partners; Swansea (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Cellphone/devices provided

Uniform provided

Safety boot reimbursement

Overtime, Commissions, Bonuses

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401K - Employer Match

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care FSA

Life Insurance

Short-Term/Long-Term Disability

PestCo Discounts Program

SmartDollar Financial Wellness

On-the-job training

Job summary

Pointe Pest Control in Swansea, IL is seeking a Utility Technician to perform termite treatments, attic services, and exclusion work, while supporting branch operations. The role entails comfortable handling physical work in crawlspaces and other challenging environments.

Ideal candidates will have a valid driver’s license with 3 years driving experience, and be mechanically inclined with hands-on tool use. This full-time role offers Monday–Friday scheduling and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license with 3 years driving experience and acceptable driving record are required.
• Pest-control, construction, insulation, termite, or exclusion experience is preferred but not required for the right candidate.
• The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, dependable, comfortable using hand and power tools, and able to work independently while maintaining quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform termite treatments, including liquid termite applications and Sentricon installations/maintenance.
• Complete wildlife and pest exclusion work, including identifying and sealing potential entry points.
• Perform attic services, including insulation removal/installation, sanitation, pest remediation, and related attic work.
• Complete crawlspace and structural pest-control work as assigned.
• Assist with specialty services and larger projects requiring additional manpower.
• Perform detailed inspections to identify pest activity, conducive conditions, structural concerns, and potential service opportunities.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly with customers.
• Document completed work, materials used, photos, and service notes accurately.
• Maintain company equipment, tools, and assigned vehicle.
• Follow all pesticide-label requirements, company safety procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Assist technicians and field management with route coverage or special projects when necessary.
• Maintain a professional appearance and provide a high level of customer service.
• Identify additional service opportunities and communicate recommendations to customers and management.

Job description

Work. Grow. Build. Life.

Pointe Pest Control

Pointe Pest Control is proud to be a part of the PestCo's family of companies:

Founded in late 2021, PestCo is one of the fastest growing Pest Control companies in the US. Through our leading brands, we offer single-family residential, multi-family residential and commercial pest control services in key markets across the US. PestCo continues to expand through acquisition and strong organic growth. We emphasize that outstanding people are the key to our success.

Location: Swansea, IL 62226

Position Type: Full Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Utility Technician – Pest Control

Position Summary

The Utility Technician is responsible for completing specialty pest-control services and supporting branch operations as needed. The primary focus of this position is termite treatments, exclusion work, attic services, and other specialty projects. This role requires someone who is dependable, comfortable with physical work, and capable of working in crawlspaces, attics, and other challenging environments.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform termite treatments, including liquid termite applications and Sentricon installations/maintenance.
• Complete wildlife and pest exclusion work, including identifying and sealing potential entry points.
• Perform attic services, including insulation removal/installation, sanitation, pest remediation, and related attic work.
• Complete crawlspace and structural pest-control work as assigned.
• Assist with specialty services and larger projects requiring additional manpower.
• Perform detailed inspections to identify pest activity, conducive conditions, structural concerns, and potential service opportunities.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly with customers.
• Document completed work, materials used, photos, and service notes accurately.
• Maintain company equipment, tools, and assigned vehicle.
• Follow all pesticide-label requirements, company safety procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Assist technicians and field management with route coverage or special projects when necessary.
• Maintain a professional appearance and provide a high level of customer service.
• Identify additional service opportunities and communicate recommendations to customers and management.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift and carry approximately 25-50 lbs, climb ladders, work at heights when required, and regularly work in attics, crawlspaces, and confined areas. The position requires bending, kneeling, crawling, standing, and working in hot or cold conditions for extended periods.

Qualifications

A valid driver's license with 3 years driving experience and acceptable driving record are required. Pest-control, construction, insulation, termite, or exclusion experience is preferred but not required for the right candidate. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, dependable, comfortable using hand and power tools, and able to work independently while maintaining quality standards.

Key Performance Expectations

Success in this position will be measured by quality of work, completion of assigned jobs, customer satisfaction, safety performance, accurate documentation, attendance, productivity, and the ability to identify appropriate sales opportunities.

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.

To learn more about PestCo Holdings LLC please visit pestcoholdings.com.

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