WDO Inspector (Termite Inspector)

Thrasherpest; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A local pest control company in San Diego is seeking a licensed WDO Inspector. The ideal candidate will conduct detailed Wood Destroying Organism inspections and provide expert recommendations while managing bids and customer expectations. The role offers comprehensive training, excellent benefits, and a supportive team environment. Applicants should have a Branch 3 license, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safety. Opportunities for growth and career advancement are available.

Qualifications

• Licensed to conduct Wood Destroying Organism inspections.
• Clean driving record required.
• Comfortable working in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough WDO inspections and complete reports.
• Generate competitive bids and follow up with customers.
• Maintain assigned equipment and ensure safety standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Time-management

Attention to detail

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Active Branch 3 Field Representative license

3+ years of licensed Branch 3 experience

Tools

Pest control chemicals and equipment

Smartphone/tablet

Job description

Description

We're not just looking for an inspector — we're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys solving problems for homeowners and takes ownership of every job from first visit to final treatment.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced, licensed WDO Inspector who takes pride in protecting customers' most valuable asset — their home. You'll conduct thorough Wood Destroying Organism inspections, deliver expert recommendations, and generate bids that reflect both quality and value.

This is a role for someone who is equal parts technical expert and trusted advisor. You know your stuff in the field, and you know how to communicate it clearly to customers and crews alike.

What You'll Do

• Perform WDO inspections and complete reports in compliance with the Structural Pest Control Board Act


• Set clear, accurate customer expectations around the report process, treatment plans, and service timelines


• Generate competitive, profitable bids and follow up to close


• Answer customer and crew questions — before, during, and after treatment


• Conduct supplemental inspections and support ongoing contract fulfillment


• Support company marketing initiatives and contribute to team sales goals


• Maintain assigned company equipment and uphold all safety standards

Why Join Us

• Work with a supportive team that values your expertise and initiative


• Ongoing training through our Learning Management System and company meetings


• Company-provided safety equipment and tools


• A culture built on communication, ownership, and showing up for each other


• Great benefits including medical, 401K, employee assistance program, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays

Thrasher Pest Control is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Active Branch 3 Field Representative license


• 3+ years of licensed Branch 3 experience


• Clean, insurable driving record


• Strong written and verbal communication skills and exceptional attention to detail


• Self-starter with solid time-management and problem-solving skills


• Comfortable working in crawl spaces, attics, and outdoors in varying weather conditions


• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. and work with power and manual tools


• Familiarity with termite and pest control chemicals and equipment


• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus


• Experience in home building or remodeling a plus

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The physical demands/conditions described below are representative of those that must be met/tolerated by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Working inside the office


• Sitting at a desk for sometimes long and continuous periods of time


• Answering and making calls on the telephone for sometimes long and continuous periods of time


• Using a keyboard to document customer and employee interactions for sometimes long and continuous periods of time


• Looking at a computer monitor for sometimes long and continuous periods of time


• Occasionally standing, walking, reaching and stooping


• Lifting up to 20 lbs.


• Exposure to low to moderate noise level while working in the office


• Working outdoors and at customer properties


• Climbing ladders, stairs, decks, etc.


• Handling and applying pesticides


• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.


• Crawling


• Bending


• Twisting


• Kneeling


• Squatting


• Walking & standing for extended periods of time


• Working with power & manual tools overhead


• Able to drive 15-45 minutes at a time


• Ability to use smart phone/tablet


• Working in various types of weather (Hot and Cold)


• Working in confined spaces


• Must use and maintain the safety equipment including bump cap, gloves, goggles, respirators, eye washers and first aid kits


• Ability to wear a respirator for long periods of time

Each Employee is to place safety and health requirements as first importance in the performance of their work duties. Each employee must obey safety instructions, rules, policies, and procedures and use company-provided safety devices and safety equipment.