Rodent Pest Control Technician - Residential

ABC Home & Commercial Services•Austin, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

ABC Home & Commercial Services is hiring a Residential Rodent Pest Control Technician in the greater Austin area. The technician provides attentive, professional service to homes and businesses by listening to customer concerns, identifying pests and their sources, and recommending or applying appropriate treatments and prevention solutions. The role involves route-based work and the application or mixing of pest-control chemicals and other extermination methods inside and around buildings. This is a commission-based position, with earnings tied to daily productivity and additional compensation opportunities through the Lead Now program. Paid training is provided. The schedule is Monday through Friday with at least one Saturday per month; for four months of the year, technicians may be asked to work two Saturdays per month. Hours are described as “start to finish job.” The company states that first-year potential earnings are $40,000–$50,000 based on performance.

Requirements

Valid, active driver's license with an issue date at least five years before the application date; must be insurable.
Ability to work on roofs, at heights, on ladders, and in crawlspaces.
Ability to work indoors and/or outdoors for extended periods, sometimes in extreme temperatures.
Dependable, disciplined, and interested in year-round work.
Serious, sincere, and cooperative approach to work.
Ability to perform specialized work efficiently, confidently, and competently.
Ability to follow guidelines and procedures set by ABC and the Texas Department of Agriculture.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
Ability to work at least one Saturday per month.
Ability to maintain composure while working under pressure and handling irate customers.

Nice To Haves

Previous pest-control or rodent-control experience (preferred but not required; paid training is provided).
Experience working with routes and service stops and meeting route deadlines.

Responsibilities

Listen to customers’ concerns about pest-control services and recommend treatments or solutions when appropriate.
Identify pests and their sources, develop solutions to eliminate them, and suggest prevention measures.
Apply chemicals or mix solutions in liquid, powder, or gas form and use other extermination techniques inside and around homes or buildings.
Prioritize route workload, work under pressure, meet service deadlines, and handle customer concerns professionally, including irate customers.
Maintain requirements set by the Texas Department of Agriculture and attend continuing education courses provided by ABC.
Maintain a positive attitude with customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
Use company electronics, including a phone and software, to complete job-related tasks efficiently.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
401(k) with company matching.
Paid vacation and sick leave.
Participation in a profit-sharing plan.
Additional compensation opportunities through the Lead Now program.
Company clubs and outings.
Paid training and development opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement and educational scholarships for employees and family members.
Volunteer Engagement Program with approved Volunteer Time Off (VTO).
Wellness program including a gym membership.
Company vehicle with gas card.