Pest Control Technician - Day
About The Position
Crane Pest Control Technicians provide professional pest protection and service to customers along an assigned route. The role includes daily route operations, scheduling, diagnosing pest issues, and planning treatments. Technicians meet with customers at homes or businesses, inspect properties, explain work performed, address customer needs, and recommend suitable pest management solutions. Award-winning paid training is provided, and prior pest control experience is not required. The position offers career growth opportunities and competitive earnings starting at $28 to $30 per hour, with a commission opportunity.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license within the first 90 days of employment; the company pays for it.
- Ability to work independently in the field, manage route-based assignments, and interact with customers in their businesses or homes.
- Ability to meet the physical job requirements and safely perform duties with or without accommodations.
- Ability to safely use a ladder within the manufacturer's weight capacity.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, and rooftops, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which sometimes requires an OSHA-compliant respirator.
- Willingness to work in different weather conditions.
Responsibilities
- Complete initial and ongoing training to learn the skills and knowledge needed to serve customers.
- Prioritize safety in all responsibilities.
- Follow route and daily operating schedules within an assigned territory, arriving at customer locations safely and on time.
- Operate a company vehicle safely and keep the vehicle and equipment clean.
- Conduct interactions with customers and coworkers professionally and with integrity.
- Listen to customers, understand their needs, and recommend efficient pest management solutions.
- Meet with customers at businesses or homes to explain actions taken, ensure satisfaction, and discuss relevant additional services.
- Inspect the interior and exterior of customer properties.
- Complete required service documentation using a provided handheld device.
Benefits
- Company vehicle and gas card upon route assignment
- Paid initial and ongoing training
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Commission opportunity
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Employee stock purchase program
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Paid sick leave
- Employee discounts
- Tuition reimbursement
- Dependent scholarship awards
- Opportunities to volunteer and give back
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
