Pest Service Specialist

Rocket Pest; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 Company-paid Holidays

PTO up to 10 days

Life Insurance

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401K with match up to 5%

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Rocket Pest Control is seeking a dedicated Pest Service Specialist to conduct home and property inspections, identify pest problems, and apply professional control methods. You will design IPM strategies and install Sentricon systems while supporting residential and commercial customers.

Responsibilities include performing spray applications, assisting route coverage, and maintaining equipment. The role requires strong communication, physical stamina, and adherence to safety standards; overtime

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of 30-day initial training and two CEUs annually.
• Valid Florida driver license with clean driving history (5 years).
• Ability to walk, climb, lift at least 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, customer-service oriented.
• Must be able to pass background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Perform inside and outside spray applications and other pest-control methods.
• Inspect properties and identify pest problems on residential and commercial sites.
• Install Sentricon systems and assist with IPM strategies.
• Remain on route schedules and inform customers of service progress.
• Maintain equipment and company vehicle in clean, safe condition.
• Communicate with customers and sales staff to meet expectations.
• Complete and submit service paperwork timely.
• Assist with roofing, attics, crawl spaces tasks as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Safety-conscious

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Rocket Pest Control is an out of this world company looking for the best people to help us be the trusted choice in pest control!

OurMissionisto protect customer's homes, families and businesses by delivering safe, convenient and reliable pest control solutions. We are committed to customer service and growth while maintaining a culture that makes our employees proud to work at Rocket.

Job Type

Full-Time: Non-Exempt

Work Week | Work Hours

Monday - Friday, occasional Saturdays | 7:30am - 5:00pm

Our Position

Our Pest Service Specialist will be responsible for various tasks related to controlling insects, rodents and other pests involving the application of professional products and tactics. The Pest Service Specialist will conduct home and property inspections by identifying potential and actual pest problems, remove unwanted pests, setup and check on laid traps, install Sentricon systems and design further control strategies such as Integrated Pest Management.

Your Rewards

• 8 Company-paid Holidays per year
• Earn up to 10 Days of Paid-Time Off each year that increases with seniority
• Company-Paid group life insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Benefits include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan - 401K with company match up to 5%
• Employee Assistance Program

Your Responsibilities

• Providing call-back or initial pest control services to residential and commercial customers including but not limited to inside and outside spray applications of pest control services, traps, gel baits, and other pest-related methods per the Integrated Pest Management process.
• Assisting and providing back-up to pest service professionals in completing their routes during paid time off or staffing shortages.
• Using auger to drill holes into ground for Sentricon stations and uses other tools to dig trenches for liquid termite applications, when applicable. Monitoring Sentricon or other bait stations at regular intervals.
• Maintaining service schedules for all customers on assigned routes and calling customers prior to their service.
• Providing steam, liquid treatments for bed bugs and/or heat treatment applications.
• Assisting with installing wildlife and pest traps, applies caulks or other supplies to fill in gaps/holes in the structure of the house, spays installation (TAP Insulation), uses a respirator and other construction methods to resolve issues.
• Assisting with moisture/vapor barriers in crawl spaces, where services are offered.
• Perform assigned duties on rooftops, in attics, in crawl spaces, and on ladders and can take pictures of effected areas and show them to the customer.
• Communicating effectively with customers before, during and after service delivery to assess and meet their needs.
• Continuously monitors infestation/rodent areas and pest application methods (i.e. baits, traps, etc.) after application and communicates progress to customers and operation managers.
• Communicating with sales staff to meet client expectations.
• Participating in ongoing training programs to constantly improve upon skill level.
• Completing and submitting service-related paperwork in a timely and orderly fashion.
• Maintaining assigned service vehicle, equipment and tools in clean/good working condition.
• Adhering and abiding by all driving laws/company policies when operating company vehicles.
• Ability to read and understand product/PPE labels accurately to ensure that they are properly applied, stored and disposed of in compliance with State and Federal laws.
• Inspect properties for additional pest and/or lawn service needs to generate leads and/or proposals and close sales, if necessary.
• Participating in collections efforts.
• Additional projects as assigned.

Our Requirements

• Complete a minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Position requires successful completion of 30-day initial training (classroom and field training) and earning minimum of two CEU's annually.
• Must have a current and valid driver license and a 5 year driving history.
• Must be able to walk, climb, stoop, reach, crawl, crouch, kneel, push, pull and lift at least 50lbs or more.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication, with emphasis during telephone calls, follow-ups, and in-person correspondence.
• Ability to calculate basic math.
• Working in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• This is a safety-sensitive position; where a momentary lapse of concentration can result in serious injury, death, environmental consequences, or data breach.
• Must be able to work Saturdays.
• Must be able to pass a seven-year criminal background check.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen.
• Must be able to pass a three-year motor vehicle report and meet minimum eligibility requirements criteria of insurance carrier.

Rocket Pest is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

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