Service Technician

Thomas Pest Services; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Option of a 4 or 5 day work week

Company vehicle and gas card

Smart Phone

Company paid uniforms

Customer Review Cash

Job summary

Thomas Pest Services, a growing family-owned pest management company in Poughkeepsie, NY, seeks Pest Control Service Technicians. This full-time role offers flexible scheduling, a starting salary of $45,000 - $65,000 annually, and a $1,000 hiring bonus spread over your first months of service.

Candidates will receive thorough training and must be able to work independently. Benefits include a Simple IRA, health insurance contributions, and self-improvement allowances. Join a team dedicated to high-quality pest management and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work full-time with overtime potential during peak seasons.

Responsibilities

• Service customers with relationship-based pest management.
• Maintain service records and operate company vehicles safely.
• Inspect properties for pest activity and suggest treatment plans.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Excellent customer service

Good communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mobile device for service records

Job description

Pest Control Service Technician - $1,000 Hiring Bonus

Regular Full-Time & Seasonal Full-Time

Flexible Scheduling – 4 Day Work Week! $45,000 - $65,000 annually

Thomas Pest Services is a fast‑growing, family‑owned pest management company serving the Capital and Upper Hudson Valley Regions.

Who We Need

We are hiring regular full‑time and seasonal full‑time Pest Control Technicians who can learn quickly, digest technical information, and thrive working independently while receiving support from their supervisor and colleagues.

Our seasonal full‑time employees have the same benefits as regular full‑time employees and can transition to regular full‑time after the seasonal season ends (April through October).

What You Get!

Compensation for Pest Control Service Technician

• $22 – $27 per hour depending on experience level
• Tech lead commission

Hiring Bonus

• $1,000 total, paid in two installments: $500 after 30 days of active employment and $500 after 90 days of active employment.

Benefits for Pest Control Service Technician

• Simple IRA (3% match after one year of employment)
• $400.00 toward health insurance, including dental and vision.
• $250.00 toward self‑improvement

Perks for Pest Control Service Technician

• Option of a 4 or 5 day work week
• Company vehicle and gas card
• Smart Phone
• Company paid uniforms
• Customer Review Cash

Time Off

• Paid time off starts accruing on day 1 of employment
• Paid holidays

Job Duties

• Service customers demonstrating relationship‑based pest management to resolve and prevent customer pest concerns and issues.
• Operate company vehicles safely and maintain equipment and tools in good working condition.
• Maintain accurate records of services performed, chemicals used, and observations made during inspections on a company‑issued mobile device.
• Mix, apply and treat with pesticides in compliance with state regulations and company policies.
• Arrive promptly at your first scheduled stop and complete all services within the time allotted.
• Inspect customer properties to identify pest activity and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Identify potential pest entry points and advise customers on exclusion methods.

Training

• No pest management experience needed
• Pathways to Growth – our development plan for technician growth
• Comprehensive in‑field and classroom training programs designed to get you certified, knowledgeable, confident and prepared to hit the ground running
• We pay for certification exams and annual renewals
• On‑going training to keep you sharp and ahead of the game on industry trends and changes

Requirements to become a Pest Control Service Technician

• 18 years or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work full‑time with the potential for overtime during May – September

Physical Demands of Pest Control Technicians

Technicians will frequently lift, walk, crawl, climb ladders, kneel, and reach with hands and arms. Applicants must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and be comfortable getting on roofs as required. Technicians should anticipate working in various climates. Proper PPE and thorough training are provided for a safe working environment.

Thomas Pest Services is an EOE and drug‑free workplace.