Pest Control Technician - Day

Crane Pest Control • Palo Alto, CA

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About The Position

As a Crane Pest Control Technician, you provide professional, safe pest management and customer service along an assigned service route. Crane provides extensive award-winning training, and no prior pest control experience is required. The role involves daily route operations, scheduling, diagnosing customer issues, and planning treatments. You meet with customers at businesses or homes, inspect properties, explain work performed, address concerns, and recommend appropriate services. You use a company vehicle and a provided handheld device to complete required service documentation. The posting lists starting earnings of $28 to $30 per hour and offers commission opportunities, career advancement, and a benefits package.

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 inside businesses and/or homes.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements and safely perform job duties, with or without accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial and ongoing training to gain the skills and knowledge needed to serve customers.
• Prioritize safety in all job responsibilities.
• Follow assigned route and daily operating schedules, arriving at customer locations in a timely and safe manner.
• Operate a company vehicle safely and keep the vehicle and equipment clean.
• Act professionally and with integrity toward customers and coworkers.
• Listen to customers, understand their needs, diagnose problems, and recommend effective pest management solutions.
• Meet customers at their businesses or homes to explain actions taken, ensure satisfaction, and discuss 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.
• Commission opportunity.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Employee discounts.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Dependent scholarship awards.
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED