Licensed Pest Control Technician
About The Position
Aptive Environmental is hiring a full-time Pest Control Technician serving the area around Grand Rapids, Michigan. The position is primarily on the road, with a weekly report to the company office in Comstock Park, Michigan. The technician works independently and as part of a team, servicing customers on an assigned local route and providing pest solutions tailored to their needs. The role involves working outdoors, driving a company vehicle, handling and applying pesticides in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, maintaining equipment and treatment records, and carrying a product backpack weighing approximately 50 pounds. The schedule includes every other Saturday. The position offers paid training, overtime opportunity, bonuses, an annual incentive trip, company-provided equipment and vehicle, and employee benefits.
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 U.S. 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.
- Complete a drug test and background check as part of the hiring process.
Responsibilities
- Run a daily route resolving 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.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for customers by implementing effective pest solutions tailored to individual needs.
- Maintain and service route customers according to company standards and procedures.
- Advise customers of potential problems.
- Keep management informed of problems encountered on service routes.
- Maintain proper inventory of pesticides in usage.
- Carry a product backpack weighing approximately 50 pounds.
Benefits
- Uncapped bonuses.
- Annual incentive trip through Circle of Excellence.
- Company iPhone provided.
- Company vehicle provided, which can be taken home nightly.
- Company gas card provided.
- Opportunity to work overtime.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
