Pest Service Professional

Rocket Pest Control•Cayce, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will have a designated route where you will be responsible for fulfilling a daily production schedule, operating under limited supervision, arriving to customers in a timely basis, explaining the scope of services you will provide for them, controlling insects, rodents and other pests involving application of professional products and tactics. Pest Service Professional will conduct home and property inspections by identifying potential and actual pest problems, remove unwanted pests including but not limited to roaches, rats, ants, bedbugs, etc., and offer detailed plans on how to effectively treat infestation areas and design further control strategies such as Integrated Pest Management.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of 30-day initial training (classroom and field training) and earning minimum of two CEU’s annually.
Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Strong relationship building skills.
Professional; results-oriented and team focused.
Reliable transportation.
Successful completion of a criminal background check.
Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening.
Successful completion of a three-year motor vehicle report and meet minimum eligibility requirements criteria of insurance carrier.
Must have a valid driver license and be 18 years of age.
Must be able to work Saturdays.

Nice To Haves

Termite and Other Wood-Destroying Organisms (WDO) License or WDO Operator Certification
General Household Pest (GHP) License
Lawn & Ornamental (L&O) License
Fumigation License

Responsibilities

Maintain service schedules for assigned routes and confirm appointments with customers in advance.
Deliver initial and follow-up pest control services for residential and commercial clients, including interior and exterior treatments, traps, baits, and other Integrated Pest Management methods.
Provide backup support for colleagues during absences or staffing shortages.
Install and monitor Sentricon or other bait stations; perform trenching and drilling for termite treatments as needed.
Apply steam, liquid, or heat treatments for bed bug infestations.
Assist with wildlife and pest trap installation, structural sealing, insulation application, and other remediation tasks requiring protective equipment.
Support moisture and vapor barrier installations in crawl spaces.
Perform work in attics, crawl spaces, rooftops, and on ladders up to 40 feet; document affected areas with photos for customer review.
Communicate effectively with customers throughout service delivery and provide progress updates to management.
Collaborate with sales teams to meet client expectations and identify additional service opportunities.
Participate in ongoing training to enhance technical skills.
Complete service documentation accurately and promptly.
Maintain company vehicle, tools, and equipment in safe, clean condition.
Comply with all driving laws and company policies when operating vehicles.
Read and follow product and PPE labels to ensure proper application, storage, and disposal in compliance with regulations.
Inspect properties for additional pest or lawn service needs; generate proposals and close sales when appropriate.
Assist with collection efforts as required.
Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.