Licensed Pest Control Technician
About The Position
Aptive Environmental is hiring a full-time Licensed Pest Control Technician serving the area around Portland, Oregon. The work is primarily on the road in the technician’s local area, with a weekly report to the Portland office. The role combines independent route work with teamwork and customer service. The technician resolves customers’ pest concerns, selects treatments suited to individual needs, and follows company procedures and applicable state and federal pesticide laws. A company vehicle is provided and may be taken home nightly. The position includes work every other Saturday and the ability to work overtime. Applicants must have a current commercial pesticide applicator license or certification for general pest control in the state where the work will be performed.
Requirements
- Hold a current commercial pesticide applicator license or certification for general pest control in the state where the work will be performed.
- Have a US driver’s license that has been valid for at least three years.
- Have a clean driving record: no more than one moving violation in the past year and no more than two moving violations in the past four years.
- Undergo a drug test and background check as a new hire.
- Be able to carry a product backpack weighing approximately 50 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Run a daily route to resolve customer pest concerns and issues.
- Maintain the truck and equipment in proper working order.
- Keep accurate records of treatments provided.
- Mix, apply, and work with pesticides in accordance with state and federal laws.
- Advise customers and serve as their subject matter expert by implementing efficient pest solutions tailored to their individual needs.
- Maintain and service route customers according to company standards and procedures.
- Keep management informed of problems encountered on service routes.
- Maintain proper inventory of pesticides in use.
- Carry a product backpack weighing approximately 50 pounds.
Benefits
- Uncapped customer upgrade and referral bonuses.
- Company iPhone.
- Company vehicle that may be taken home nightly.
- Company gas card.
- Paid training.
- Group health, dental, and vision plans.
- Pet insurance, life insurance, and EAP benefits.
- 401(k) with employer match up to 4%.
- Paid holidays and paid time off.
- Opportunity for advancement.
- Overtime opportunity.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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