Wildlife Technician

Turner Pest; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Pest Control is seeking a Wildlife Technician in Sarasota, FL. The role focuses on inspecting properties, identifying entry points, and performing repairs to prevent wildlife intrusion.

You will work with tools similar to construction, climb ladders, and follow safety guidelines while serving customers respectfully. The position requires a valid driver’s license, ability to work outdoors in varying weather, and basic math for product application.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints for trapping.
• Basic math to measure and mix product applications accurately.

Responsibilities

• Inspect properties and identify entry points to seal wildlife access.
• Safely move around customer locations, including stairs and ladders.
• Operate and use hand and power tools to complete repairs.
• Treat animals humanely and professionally in homes and businesses.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Math basics

Power tools

Hand tools

PPE safety

Computer/ smartphone proficiency

Valid driver’s license

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Computers/ smartphones

Job description

Wildlife Technician### Wildlife TechnicianApply: Sarasota FL: Full time: Posted 5 Days Ago: R-9084**Job Description:****What You'll Do...** As a Wildlife Technician, you'll help safely remove and prevent wildlife from entering homes and businesses. Your day-to-day work will include inspecting properties, identifying where animals are getting in, and making repairs to seal those entry points. This is a hands-on role that involves working with tools and materials similar to those used in construction. If you're comfortable climbing ladders, using power tools, and solving problems on the spot, this could be a great fit. You'll be making a real impact by protecting people's homes while treating animals humanely and professionally.**Who You Are...** What does it take to be a successful Wildlife Technician at Turner Pest Control? For starters, you'll be enthusiastic and dedicated with a keen eye for detail and love of customer service. You'll also have...* The ability to safely move about customer locations, ascend/descend stairs and ladders to service out of the way areas, and position yourself to conduct service under/around furniture, equipment, and tight spaces* The ability to abide by Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services & O.S.H.A guidelines* The ability to read and understand blueprints in order to properly trap wildlife* The ability to safely move items and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds* The ability to work outdoors in all regular seasonal weather conditions* The flexibility to assist in various service departments within the branch as needed* Basic math skills to measure and mix product applications accurately* The ability to operate a variety of hand tools and equipment safely* The ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes an OSHA compliant respirator in some cases* Technical proficiency with computers, smart phones, etc.* Held a valid driver's license *for at least 3 years* with an acceptable driving record* The ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English* Good oral and written communication* Legal eligibility to work in the U.S.* Availability to work a flexible schedule (between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.)* Availability to work some weekends* High school degree or equivalent### About Us## We’re proud to serve you.We’ve grown a lot since we began in 1971, but we’re still focused on making our customers’ lives and our communities better. The technologies we use may have changed, but our commitment to our neighbors never will.## The very best quality and service — guaranteed.Turner Pest Control has come a long way — today, we're one of the fastest-growing companies in Florida and South Georgia, and we're ranked in the Top 100 pest control companies in the country. We're also designated as a QualityPro Certified company, a distinction earned by less than three percent of U.S. pest control providers.