Traveling Service Technician

Plunketts Pest Control•Des Moines, IA

25d•$23 - $25

About The Position

Plunkett's is hiring a Traveling Service Technician to support branches throughout Iowa. The technician travels between branches, fills open routes, assists other technicians, and learns to identify and treat pests in homes and businesses. Overnight travel occurs about 30% of the time, with hotel and travel costs covered; daily drives are roughly 100–200 miles. The role offers hands-on training, help obtaining state pest control licenses and certifications, and a path toward a dedicated route. The position provides a company truck, gas card, and tablet. Pay is $23.00–$25.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Willingness to travel, including overnight trips about 30% of the time.
Ability to work independently and manage the day without close supervision.
Comfort using a tablet or phone app.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Ability to walk, bend, kneel, crawl, and climb ladders to reach attics and crawlspaces.
Ability to work outdoors in varied weather and around dust, chemicals, and bugs.
Ability to sit and drive for extended periods.
Successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and driving record check upon offer.

Responsibilities

Cover open routes across branches and provide great customer service.
Support other technicians during busy periods or when a technician is absent.
Travel between branches, including overnight trips about 30% of the time and daily drives of roughly 100–200 miles.
Learn to identify pests and properly treat homes and businesses.
Work toward a state pest control license and certifications.
Record work using a company tablet.
Maintain the company truck and equipment.
Provide helpful, professional customer interactions.