Utility Specialist

Western Exterminator Company•Las Vegas, NV

About The Position

The Utility Specialist performs a combination of pest control, exclusion services, minor construction, and Thermal Acoustical Pest (TAP) insulation installation for residential and commercial customers. The role includes inspecting for pest activity, delivering pest-control services, installing and maintaining termite-control systems, preparing and cleaning job sites, assisting with repairs related to pest damage, and communicating with customers about services and pest-control measures. The specialist also performs wildlife removal and exclusion work, follows safety protocols, completes service documentation, and participates in training to stay current with industry practices, technologies, and regulations. The job involves working indoors and outdoors in local weather conditions, including around animals, insects, termites, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals. Work may involve confined spaces, rooftops, ladders, and other uneven or narrow surfaces. The employee must use required personal protective equipment, safely operate a motor vehicle, and keep the vehicle and equipment clean.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license from the state of residence.
Available to work Monday through Friday and Saturdays as needed.
Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information in internal and external settings.
Basic math skills, including following product-label instructions for mixing.
Meet applicable licensing and certification requirements under federal, state, and/or local regulations; the company covers these requirements.
Clean-shaven face so respirators can seal properly.
Able to move up to 50 pounds by lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise repositioning objects.
Able to maintain balance on narrow, slippery, or moving surfaces and perform frequent sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, including on stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles.
Able to work in confined spaces and at heights, including on rooftops while using a safety harness as needed.
Able to work indoors and outdoors in local weather conditions and wear required personal protective equipment, including an OSHA-compliant respirator.

Nice To Haves

Customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect residential and commercial properties to identify pest activity and perform pest-control services.
Install and maintain termite-control systems.
Install TAP insulation and ensure job-site preparation, quality service, customer satisfaction, and clean-up.
Assist with light construction, minor repairs, and replacements related to pest damage.
Communicate with customers to explain services, ensure satisfaction, and provide guidance on pest-control measures.
Perform exclusion services and wildlife removal, including setting up and building exclusion traps and removing trapped animals.
Cut flashing and form hardware cloth to specifications.
Follow safety protocols and complete production forms documenting services provided.
Participate in training and stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and regulations.
Safely operate a motor vehicle and keep it and other equipment clean.

Benefits

Benefits enrollment immediately upon hire for eligible full-time colleagues, with benefits starting on day one.
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
Training and development programs.
Vacation days and sick days.
Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
Performance incentives in some roles.
Career growth opportunities and promotion from within.

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