Utility Technician

MissQuito; Pemberton (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k with company match

Bonuses & commission opportunities

Paid Holidays

PTO after 30 days

Paid hands-on training

Job summary

Fox Pest Control is seeking a motivated Utility Technician to service clients’ homes with pest control treatments and insulation installations. You will join a team dedicated to safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, traveling to various job sites to assess and treat pest problems while promoting energy-efficient insulation solutions.

The role emphasizes strong communication with clients, the ability to identify pests, perform treatments, and maintain equipment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of pest technician or insulation work experience.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with customers
• Ability to analyze pest activity and implement an effective plan of action
• Willingness to learn servicing protocols and safety procedures

Responsibilities

• Service customers' homes in a professional manner.
• Inspect properties and determine appropriate treatment type.
• Identify invading pests and apply treatments.
• Install, repair, and maintain insulation systems where needed.
• Ensure safety protocols and PPE are used during application.
• Complete paperwork and debrief after jobs.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Pest control knowledge

Safety awareness

Job description

Overview

Fox Pest is looking for an enthusiastic Utility Technician. The Utility Technician is responsible for servicing our clients' homes with our leading‑edge products and delivering a positive customer service experience. Specifically, the Utility Technician is assigned various specialized services, including treatments for insulation, mosquitoes, bed bugs, termites, and more. You never know what each day might bring! We count on our Utility Technicians to be some of the most versatile, knowledgeable, and challenge‑ready team members.

What we Offer

• Positive and empowering culture with a strong opportunity for advancement
• Starting pay of $22 - $23 per hour
• Health Insurance, including Medical, Dental, and Vision for full‑time employees
• 401k with a generous company match and no vesting period
• Additional commission and bonus opportunities
• PTO after just 30 days for full‑time individuals
• Paid Holidays are offered at the date of hire
• Empowering and positive workplace culture
• Strong potential and room for growth with an Individualized Leadership Plan for every team member
• Paid hands‑on training opportunities

Responsibilities

A Day in the Life of a Utility Technician

As a Utility Technician at Fox Pest Control, you begin your day with a team meeting to review schedules and gather materials. You will travel to different job sites to inspect for pest problems and apply treatments, or to check and install insulation that enhances energy efficiency and keeps pests out. Good communication with clients and team members is essential. After completing your work, you will conduct final inspections and clean up the job site. You finish your day with paperwork and a team debrief to ensure all tasks meet high standards.

Essential Functions:

• Service customer's homes in a professional and satisfactory manner
• Inspect the property and determine the treatment type
• Identify invading pests
• Apply chemical solutions, powders, and granules on or near surfaces of a building or house to eliminate pests (typically special treatments)
• Installing, repairing, and maintaining insulation systems
• Ensure safety procedures are followed for application and re‑entry
• Utilize appropriate protective gear and equipment during application
• Keep service vehicles organized, professional, clean, and follow all regulations
• Maintain professional appearance, including clean company uniform, appropriate footwear, and maintaining personal hygiene
• Build positive, strong relationships with clients
• Work to exceed client expectations
• Make suggestions to clients on how to avoid pest problems when appropriate
• Participate fully in training opportunities provided to enhance knowledge and meet requirements for licensing

Qualifications

• At least one (1) year of experience in pest technician work or insulation work
• Ability to build positive relationships and effectively communicate value to customers
• Able to analyze pest control activity, explain and implement an effective plan of action
• Ability to learn and follow servicing protocols to apply chemical solutions and powders
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• A valid driver's license, authorized to work in the US

Fox Pest Control is an Equal Opportunity / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities Employer