Wildlife Technician

Plunketts Pest Control • Minneapolis, MN

2d • $20 - $22

About The Position

Varment Guard, a division of Plunkett's Pest Control, is hiring a full-time Wildlife Technician in the Valparaiso, Indiana area. The technician manages an assigned territory and prevents, manages, and removes nuisance wildlife from homes, buildings, and surrounding areas. The role involves identifying potential issues, conducting inspections, designing wildlife-management strategies, and using products, protocols, and methods to resolve wildlife problems. Technicians work directly with customers and are expected to communicate respectfully, approach issues creatively and thoroughly, and provide quality results. The position supports humane, environmentally conscious wildlife control and pest management.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to meet physical requirements and work on ladders and/or rooftops.
• Dependable, positive, communicative, detail-oriented, patient, and kind, with the ability to work independently and take pride in one's work.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Wildlife Management or an applicable field.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned territory each month.
• Prevent, manage, and remove nuisance animals from homes, buildings, and surrounding areas.
• Identify potential wildlife issues and conduct inspections.
• Design wildlife-management strategies.
• Use products, protocols, and methods to remove nuisance wildlife.
• Interact respectfully with customers and provide quality service.

Benefits

• Competitive wages, depending on routes.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Long- and short-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED