Pest Control Technician

Smithereen Pest Management•Danville, CA

About The Position

Smithereen Pest Management is hiring a Pest Control Technician to provide pest management services to residential and commercial customers. The technician works independently in the field, inspects properties for pest activity and potential concerns, develops and implements pest management solutions, and helps customers protect their homes and businesses. The role includes safely applying pest control products, explaining treatment plans and prevention measures, maintaining service records, and delivering professional customer service. Technicians maintain their company vehicle, equipment, and supplies and participate in ongoing training, safety programs, team meetings, and required off-site annual training events. This is an active, hands-on position involving work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather conditions and in confined spaces. Smithereen is a family-owned pest management company founded in 1888 and describes its workplace as supportive, team-oriented, and focused on service, community, innovation, and teamwork.

Requirements

Strong communication and customer service skills.
Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
Detail-oriented with good problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability and willingness to work Monday through Friday and some Saturdays as needed.
Ability to pass required pre-employment screening, including a drug screen, physical, background check, and driving record review.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and able to provide acceptable documentation under federal Form I-9 requirements.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Ability to perform the essential functions safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Comfort working in tight or confined spaces and indoors or outdoors in varying weather and climate conditions.
Ability to perform frequent physical activities, including sitting, standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.

Responsibilities

Inspect residential and commercial properties to identify pest activity and potential concerns.
Develop and implement effective pest management solutions.
Apply pest control products safely and responsibly in accordance with company procedures and applicable regulations.
Educate customers about treatment plans and ways to help prevent future pest activity.
Maintain accurate service records and documentation.
Provide professional, courteous, and dependable customer service.
Maintain the company vehicle, equipment, and supplies.
Participate in ongoing training, safety programs, and team meetings.
Attend required annual training meetings and company training events at off-site locations.

Benefits

Competitive pay with profit-sharing bonus opportunities.
Paid training and opportunities for advancement.
Health, dental, and vision insurance with individual and family coverage options.
401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 4%.
Two weeks of paid vacation.
Five personal days.
Seven or more paid holidays.
Opportunity to earn up to three additional vacation days through the S.E.L.E.C.T. volunteer program.
Take-home company vehicle and gas card for eligible field positions, with company-paid vehicle maintenance.
Company-paid life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Educational scholarship assistance opportunities through the Jennings Education Foundation for eligible employees and family members.
Student loan repayment program.
Supportive, team-oriented, family-owned company culture.
Family and community events, including holiday celebrations and volunteer events.