Pest Management Professional-Rapid City Area
About The Position
Olson’s Pest Technicians is hiring a motivated, coachable, and socially intelligent Pest Management Professional. The position combines pest-control service with sales and customer relationship building. No prior experience is required; the company provides comprehensive training. The role involves working independently on a service route while contributing to a supportive team, and offers opportunities for career advancement. New employees must complete a structured training program during their first five weeks. Training includes fieldwork in the assigned service area and classroom and hands-on training at the company headquarters in Yankton, South Dakota. Weeks 1–2 are based at headquarters Monday through Thursday, with self-study and online training from home on Fridays; weeks 3–4 take place in the assigned service area; and week 5 includes additional training at headquarters. Employees living more than 45 miles from Yankton should expect overnight stays during headquarters training. Those living more than 100 miles away are required to use company-provided lodging during headquarters training weeks. The company provides hotel accommodations and meals for approved overnight training. Employees who commute instead are responsible for commuting time, mileage, and use of their personal vehicle. Successful completion of training is a condition of employment. The stated competitive first-year annual compensation range is $48,000–$54,000, described as hourly compensation. Earnings may grow into the $70,000s or more through production and sales bonuses and continuing education.
Requirements
- No prior experience is required; the company will train the right person.
- Be self-motivated and coachable, with strong interpersonal skills.
- Hold a valid driver’s license and have a safe driving record.
- Pass a background check and drug screen.
- Successfully complete the required five-week training program.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree preferred.
- Willingness to travel 50% preferred.
Responsibilities
- Service, treat, and inspect clients’ premises for pests using appropriate preventative methods.
- Follow safety protocols and company standards.
- Build and maintain positive customer relationships while promoting services.
- Work independently and efficiently manage a sales and service route.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Hotel accommodations and meals for employees participating in approved overnight training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
