Universal Technician

Modern Pest Services; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Pest Control in Sarasota, FL is hiring a Universal Technician to perform residential and commercial pest control services on a daily route. You will handle service calls, inspections, and routine treatments while maintaining a professional, customer-focused approach.

Ideal candidates are 18+, with a high school diploma or GED; training will be provided. You should be comfortable outdoors in varying weather and able to follow safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication with customers.
• Ability to work independently and manage route-based work.
• Willingness to learn pest control techniques and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform residential and commercial pest control services on a daily route.
• Identify pest problems and provide effective solutions.
• Complete service calls and maintain detailed reports.
• Operate and maintain company vehicle in a safe manner.
• Provide customers with friendly, professional assistance.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

## Universal TechnicianApply: Sarasota FL: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-8939**Job Description:****Essential Duties and Responsibilities**Universal Technician position is to perform all services included but not limited to recurring services, initial services, service calls and any other service-related tickets for all departments of service. This includes all residential and commercial services. The day-to-day services will vary and can change throughout the day as needed.**Duties may include:*** Be flexible in day to day operations. Not limited to one service department within the branch daily* Provide customers with respectful, professional, and friendly assistance with their pest control needs.* Identify pest problems and identify solutions to those problems* Provide timely and effective pest detection, elimination and prevention solutions on a preset daily route* Complete the application of fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides and fungicides on a preset daily route* Computing basic math problems* The use of a variety of hand tools* Evaluate and identify conducive conditions and provide detailed reports* Establish effective working relationships with a variety of customers, both internal and external* Use of handheld computerized equipment to manage service calls and documents* Provide customers with general information about our various services* Conduct service calls as needed* Problem solving and/or complaint resolution* Performs other duties as assigned* Perform services inside attics and crawl spaces as needed* Operate and maintain company vehicle in a safe and respectful manner.* Take an individual interest in the overall success, well-being, and improvement of Turner Pest Control.**Ideal candidates will:*** Enjoy working outdoors in varying weather conditions* Not have a fear of bugs, snakes, rodents, etc.* Be able to withstand long periods of squatting, standing and walking; including the ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl* Be able to carry a 50lb pack on their back* Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes an OSHA compliant respirator in some cases.* Safe use of portable ladders within the manufacturer's specifications and OSHA regulations* Have excellent listening and communication skills* Be competent with the use of new technology* Be organized and able to manage their own daily route**Qualifications and Education Requirements*** Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers* High School diploma or GED required**Required Skills*** Must be at least 18 years old* No experience required, training will be provided* High School Diploma or equivalent* Ability to work independently, manage route-based work, and provide exceptional customer service.**********Preferred Skills******* Experience Working Outdoors* Customer Service Experience* Excellent Listening and Communication Skills* Relationship Building and People Skills* Problem Solving Skills**Supervisory Responsibility:** This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.**Position Type:** This is a full-time position. Some Saturdays may be required.**Travel:** Local daily travel within the assigned territory.