Pest Control Specialist

Flexible schedule: 4 day work week OR 5 day work week.

Are you a helpful, energetic, and motivated person who wants to make a difference in other people's lives while earning competitive compensation all year long? Can you work independently and with a team? Does the idea of managing your own accounts and growing business while providing excellent customer service interest you? This is your opportunity to work with freedom and flexibility, a career where your can enjoy a change of scenery throughout the day and help others at the same time.

Pay includes unlimited sales commissions and bonuses. We also offer a company matched 401k, paid time off, the use of a company vehicle, medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance.

The Position:

Working in professional pest management is so much more than controlling pest problems. It's also building relationships with customers and educating clients about how to reduce the pest problems in their homes or businesses. You don't need any prior experience - we offer paid training programs with local support that incorporate both classroom and on-the-job learning to ensure you have all the knowledge necessary to perform the job well.

Our Pest Pros drive company vehicles to customer's properties and conduct inspections, prevent and correct pest control problems in a safe and professional manner. Pest Pros apply product, bait and monitor, and communicate regularly with local office personnel and the sales team to ensure top quality customer service. Our Pest Pros are also encouraged to find new prospective clients by offering best in class pest control solutions while projecting a professional image. A high school diploma or G.E.D., good communication skills, a stable work history and a genuine desire to learn the pest control business is all that is required.

• No Experience needed
• Paid Training
• Paid Licensure with the Department of Agriculture
• All products, tools, and equipment provided
• Company vehicle provided
• Cell Phone & iPad provided
• Benefits package with Accident Coverage
• 401K with employer matching

Requirements:

• A High school diploma or equivalent
• A Valid Driver's License
• A Good Driving Record
• Exceptional client service skills
• The ability to be a Self-starter
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills
• An eye for details
• Physical requirements to perform inspection, treatment, and related service duties (climbing into small spaces, using ladders, occasional heavy lifting, etc.)
• The ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Excellent communication skills

Pest Control Technician Responsibilities:

• Inspecting customers’ premises to identify pest problems.
• Determine appropriate treatment response to eliminate the target pest.
• Advising customers on treatments required to eliminate target pests.
• Filling out all necessary digital paperwork upon completion of each job.
• Communicating with office staff in order to schedule services with customers.
• Applying suitable pesticides to infested areas by following the label instructions and complying with safety procedures.
• Responding to customers’ requests for various pest control services.
• Identifying opportunities to recommend additional company services and products.
• Adjusting chemical mixtures according to the size of the infested areas.

The Location: Supported by our office staff at our new Savannah, MO facility, you will be servicing commercial and residential properties in the St. Joseph and the surrounding areas. As a Pest Control Technician you will be given a company vehicle, cell phone, iPad, work shirts, and competitive compensation. Paid time off after training is complete. Route experience is not required; we will train the right person and provide them with all the equipment and tools required for a successful career.

About Us: Preferred Pest Control is a 3rd generation, family owned business. We were established in 1970 and are currently celebrating over 50 years of growth in Northwest Missouri! We provide peace of mind to our community by protecting & preserving health and property through innovative pest control services for our residential & commercial clients, while creating a safe and fun work environment for our team members! Our facility recently relocated to 71 Highway in Savannah, MO for continued expansion into the home services industry.

**We perform criminal background checks & motor vehicle record checks.**

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Ability to Commute:

• Savannah, MO 64485 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17