Pest Control Technician / Lawn Care Technician

Senske Services; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Advancement opportunities

Commission incentives

Referral bonus

Paid training

Great equipment

Health care package

Disability & life insurance

401K with match

Holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Team celebrations

Job summary

Barnes Quality Pest Control in Bend, OR is hiring a Pest Technician to service residential and commercial customers on route-based assignments. You will apply our products to eliminate pests and solve on-site problems, all while prioritizing safety.

This role is cross-trained in lawn applications and pest control, with a focus on independent, customer-facing work in a growing company recently acquired by Senske Services.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and safe driving history were required.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background screening and drug test (THC excluded).
• 21 years old or older to drive a company vehicle.
• Committed to safety and proper PPE use.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine pest control service to residential and commercial customers on route-based assignments.
• Apply company products safely to eliminate pests.
• Identify opportunities to offer additional services and contribute to sales.
• Explain products and services to customers on-site with clear communication.
• Be a proactive problem-solver for customers.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Safe driving history

Excellent communication

Customer service oriented

Independent worker

Team player

Job description

As a Pest Technician, you won’t be tied to a desk; you’ll be out and about — mobile and independent. You will take the lead in providing routine service to residential and commercial customers on route-based assignments, ensuring timely and safe arrival at each location. You’ll become an expert in applying our company products to eliminate pests safely. Our Techs serve as problem solvers for customers by utilizing our in-depth training program to decide on the best solution for each customer's unique needs. Pest Technicians are trained to identify and alert customers of additional service offerings that provide value to the customer, help with sales to current customers, and expand our services to new customers. Pest Technicians display strong communication skills when providing product / service information when working with our customers onsite.

Work conditions: Pests don’t always live in nice places — and that’s where we do our work. But don’t worry – we’ll prepare you with everything you need to do the work safely and comfortably. You’ll need to be able to work both inside and outside in your local climate in company-provided weather gear.

Wage Range

$22.00 - $23.00 per hour. The starting wage is determined based on relevant experience.

This is an hourly, non-exempt position.

We are seeking an Experienced Pest Control Specialist or Lawn Care Specialist to join our growing team! This position will be cross-trained in both lawn applications and pest control.

This position is with Barnes Quality Pest Control in Bend, OR, which Senske Services recently acquired.

The Perks

• Competitive Hourly Pay - Life is expensive! We believe in paying well.
• Your job is safe with us. We are a fast-growing company, which means you will have opportunities to advance your career – we promote from within!
• We recognize and reward great work by offering huge commission incentives (10%-15% depending on the service sold) and other compensation contests (bonuses & gift cards) throughout the year!!
• Do you want to work with your friend? We offer a referral bonus!
• Paid training from day 1!
• Great Trucks & Equipment
• Affordable health care packages that include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability and paid life insurance
• 401K with Employer Match, 9 Company Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation (accrue up to 1 week of paid vacation your first year), Paid Sick Leave (accrue up to 1 week of paid sick leave your first year)
• Team celebrations year-round!

Must Haves

• Possess a valid driver's licenseand have a history of safe driving
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background screening and drug test (THC excluded).
• At least 21 years old or older (requirement to drive a company vehicle)
• Committed to safety and use of all the proper PPE the job requires
• Friendly and dedicated to great customer service
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work independently and as part of a crew
• Encourage a Positive Team Atmosphere & Willingness to Help Others