Termite Specialist

Rockit Pest Inc.; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 Company-paid Holidays

10 Days of Paid-Time Off

Company-Paid group life insurance

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Retirement Plans with company match (4

Job summary

Rocket Pest Control in Fort Mill, SC is seeking a dedicated Pest Control Technician to manage a territory and protect homes from insects, rodents and other pests using Sentricon systems and approved methods.

You will perform inspections, installation of traps and barriers, and coordinate with customers and the sales team to meet needs while adhering to safety and training standards. Regular hours Mon-Fri with occasional Saturdays.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of 30-day training and minimum CEUs annually.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and walk/climb as needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication required.
• Valid driverense and eligibility for insurance criteria.

Responsibilities

• Maintain service schedules on assigned route and contact customers prior to service.
• Inspect Sentricon systems and wildlife traps to implement pest control strategies.
• Set up traps, install Sentricon stations and perform termite-related work.
• Install barriers and perform home repairs to seal gaps in structures.
• Provide liquid treatments for pests and supervise safe application.
• Communicate with customers and sales staff to meet needs.
• Complete service paperwork promptly and maintain vehicle and tools.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Physical fitness

Valid driverense

Education

High school diploma

CEU training annually

Job description

Charlotte
220 1st Street South
Fort Mill, SC 29708, USA

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 customers' 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

Pay

$40,000 - $50,000 per year

Work Week | Work Hours

Monday - Friday, occasional Saturdays

Specialties / Licenses or Certifications

N/A

Our Position

This position will have a designated territory where you will be responsible for a variety of tasks related to controlling insects, rodents and other pest involving application of professional products and tactics. Termite 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 (Full-Time Only)
• 10 Days of Paid-Time Off (Full-Time Only)
• Company-Paid group life insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability (Full-Time Only)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans (Full-Time Only)
• Retirement Plans with Company match including 401k up to 5%
• Employee Assistance Programs

Your Responsibilities

• Maintain service schedules for all customers on assigned route, calling customer prior to their service.
• Inspect/Troubleshoot termite Sentricon systems and wildlife traps as needed to employ sound pest control strategies to maintain a pest free environment for customers on assigned route.
• Uses auger to drills holes into ground for Sentricon stations and digs trenches for liquid termite applications, when applicable.
• Install wildlife and pest traps, apply caulks or other supplies to fill in gaps/holes in the structure of the house, spay installation (TAP Insulation), use a respirator, and use other construction methods to resolve issues.
• Performs moisture/vapor barriers in crawl spaces, where service is offered.
• Provides liquid treatment for bed bugs and/or heat treatment applications.
• Communicate effectively with customers prior to, during and after service delivery in order to assess and meet their needs.
• Continuously monitor infestation/rodent areas and pest application methods (i.e. baits, traps, etc.) after application and communicate progress to customers and operation managers.
• Respond to customer requests in a timely manner.
• Communicate in conjunction with sales staff in order to meet client expectations.
• Participate in ongoing training programs to constantly improve upon skill level.
• Complete and submit service-related paperwork in a timely and orderly fashion.
• Maintain assigned service vehicle, equipment and tools in clean/good working condition.
• Adhere and abide to all driving laws/company policies when operating company vehicles.
• Participate in collections efforts.

Our Requirements

• Complete a minimum of 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.
• Required to use 32ft ladder.
• Must have the ability to walk, climb, stoop, reach, crawl, crouch, kneel, push, pull and lift a minimum of 50lbs or more.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication, with particular 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 have valid driver license and be 18 years of age.
• Must be able to pass a seven-year criminal background check.
• Must be able to pass company drug screen and/or substance abuse testing.
• Must be able to pass three-year motor vehicle report and meet minimum eligibility requirements criteria of insurance carrier.

Rocket Pest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please let our recruitment team know.

Benefits/perks listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Rocket Pest.

The wage range for this role considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Rocket Pest, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

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