Pest Trainee/Specialist

Ryan Lawn & Tree; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

ESOP

Flexible schedule

Uniforms provided

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Ryan Lawn & Tree in Overland Park, KS is seeking a residential pest control technician to manage an established route and provide home insect protection for common household pests. You will also progress into termite and rodent exclusion services as the division grows.

This is a safety‑sensitive role requiring a pre‑employment drug screen, background check, MVR check, and, where applicable, a DOT physical. Starting compensation is $43,000+ with bonus opportunities and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge diagnosing pest activity around residential structures and selecting treatments.
• Good physical ability for crawlspaces, attics, outdoors in all weather.
• Excellent customer service and professional communication.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass DOT screen where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Run and manage an established residential pest control route with professionalism and efficiency.
• Provide comprehensive home insect protection services for common household pests.
• Deliver rodent management including baiting, trapping, and monitoring.
• Perform flea, tick, and mosquito control treatments for residential properties.
• Diagnose pest pressures and apply appropriate products and methods.
• Maintain detailed service records and follow-up documentation.
• Educate clients on prevention strategies and set expectations.
• Provide outstanding customer service and clear communication at every visit.
• Termite inspections and treatments and barrier installations in growth path.
• Identify and seal entry points for rodent exclusion and design long-term plans.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Team player

Driving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

At Ryan Lawn & Tree, our people come first — because they're the reason we've grown into a $100M+ company serving communities across Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Nebraska. We hire exceptional people, invest in them, and give them work that matters. If you're looking for more than a job — a place that treats you right and pushes you to be your best — this is it.

Job Type

Full-time

About the Role

Are you passionate about pest management and protecting homes from unwanted pests? Our company is rapidly growing and expanding its pest control division. This is a primary route‑based pest control role and, for the right candidate, a strategic opportunity to grow into termite and rodent exclusion services as we build out that specialty for the future.

Core Responsibilities

Primary — Residential Pest Route Management

• Run and manage an established residential pest control route with professionalism and efficiency
• Provide comprehensive home insect protection services, targeting common household pests (ants, spiders, cockroaches, beetles, and more)
• Deliver rodent management services including baiting, trapping, and monitoring programs
• Perform flea, tick, and mosquito control treatments for residential properties
• Accurately diagnose pest pressures around and within homes, selecting and applying the appropriate products and treatment methods for each situation
• Maintain detailed and accurate service records, treatment logs, and follow‑up documentation
• Educate clients on pest prevention strategies, conducive conditions, and treatment expectations
• Provide outstanding customer service and clear communication at every visit

Secondary — Specialty Services (Growth Path)

• Termite inspections and treatments including liquid soil applications, baiting systems (e.g., Sentricon, Advance), and wood treatments
• Rodent exclusion services: identifying and sealing entry points, installing physical barriers, and designing long‑term exclusion plans

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Knowledge of diagnosing pest activity around residential structures and selecting appropriate treatment products and methods
• Good physical ability and comfort working in varied environments (crawlspaces, attics, outdoors, all weather conditions)
• Excellent customer service and professional communication skills
• A team‑player mindset with a strong, self‑directed work ethic
• Current Pesticide Applicator License or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screening

Preferred Experience & Qualifications

• 1-3 years of pest experience
• Prior experience running a residential pest route
• Experience with termite control (subterranean, drywood, or Formosan) is a strong plus
• Hands‑on rodent exclusion experience is a bonus
• Knowledge of integrated pest management (IPM) principles and pest biology
• Pest management certifications (QualityPro, NPMA, or similar) are a plus
• SAFETY‑SENSITIVE POSITION: This is a safety‑sensitive position requiring the operation of vehicles and equipment. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment drug screen (including marijuana), criminal background check, MVR check, and DOT physical (where applicable) before starting employment. Candidates must meet all screening requirements as a condition of employment.

Why work at Ryan?

• Full‑time, year‑round employment with starting compensation of $43,000+ depending on experience, plus bonus opportunities
• Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Flexible work schedule
• Uniforms provided
• 11 paid holidays plus 1 floating personal holiday
• 17 Paid Time Off (PTO) Days

We hire great people for our employee‑owned company. As a member of our team, you’ll become a partner in the highest‑quality lawn and tree company in the Midwest.

Salary

$43,000-$60,000