Pest Control Technician - Residential

Job Type

Full-time

Description

First year potential $40k - $45k based on performance

Only seeking applicants local to the greater Austin area

Schedule: M - F plus 1 Saturday per month*

Are you ready to embark on an exciting career with ABC Home & Commercial Services? We're not just a company; we're a close-knit community dedicated to service and excellence. With 75 years of history and a team of over 1,000+ employees serving a growing network of cities in Central and South Texas, we take pride in being a family-owned business dedicated to fulfilling commitments, serving others, and supporting families. Come be a part of something special - apply now!

How You'll Make an Impact:

ABC is seeking a detail oriented individual who is professional, diligent and accountable. This individual should be willing to learn and apply specialized knowledge of pest control treatments in order to best serve our customers.

Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• Must hold a valid driver's license with an issue date of at least five years prior to the date of this application.
• Previous pest control experience not necessary - we provide paid training
• Ability to work to work on roofs, high heights, ladders & crawlspaces
• Dependable and disciplined with a desire to work year-round.
• An individual that is serious, sincere and cooperative.
• Able to manage specialized work efficiently, with confidence and competence.
• Ability to adhere to guidelines & procedures set by both ABC & Texas Department of Agriculture
• Excellent communication & customer service skills
• Desired experience working with routes, service stops, and meeting deadlines of your service route.
• Ability to work inside and/or outside for long periods of time, sometimes in extreme temperatures.
• Must maintain an active Driver's License and be insurable
• Must be able to work minimum one Saturday Per month*

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and participation in our Profit-Sharing Plan.
• Additional compensation opportunities through our Lead Now Program.
• Company clubs, outings, and 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 and a company vehicle with gas card.

What You'll Do:

• Listen to customer's concerns in regards to the pest control services provided and suggest proper treatments or solutions to address their concerns when necessary.
• Identify various pests, the source(s) and come up with a solution to eliminate and maintain a pest free home, and make suggestions for prevention control.
• Ability to work inside/outside for long periods of time, sometimes in extreme temperatures.
• Ability to work to work on roofs, high heights and ladders
• Apply chemicals and/or mix solutions in liquid, powders, or gases and use other forms of extermination techniques inside and around homes or buildings to eliminate pests.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills are essential.
• Prioritize workload, work under pressure and handle irate customers and still maintain good composure.
• Maintain all requirements by TDA licensing authority and attend continuing education courses provided by ABC.
• Maintain a professional attitude at all times with customers, fellow employees and supervisors.
• Proficient in the use of electronics including company phone and software to efficiently perform job-related tasks

Join Our Team Today:

At ABC Home & Commercial Services, we're excited to welcome you to our Team and support your growth as we work together to keep our community pest free. What are you waiting for - in 2 weeks you could be behind the wheel of our very spiffy white vans - you know the one with the Anteater on it.

ABC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note that if an offer is extended that we do conduct the following pre-employment screenings: Drug Screen, Physical & Physical Performance Evaluation (PPE). ABC participates in the E-Verify (I-9) program and conducts comprehensive criminal background checks, along with a 7-year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) review. Must hold a valid driver's license with an issue date of at least five years prior to the date of this application. Because of our commercial auto insurance requirements, candidates must have a minimum of five consecutive (current and most recent) years of verifiable good driving history. This requirement applies only to the most recent five years of driving history, not total lifetime driving experience. Any DWI/DUI within the past four years may impact eligibility for employment and may result in withdrawal of a conditional offer. The Texas department of Agriculture will also perform a second thorough background check before a Pest License can be issued per their agency licensing policy.

* As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to respecting the religious beliefs and practices of all individuals. We will consider reasonable accommodation requests from applicants and employees who require adjustments to their work schedules or practices due to sincerely held religious beliefs, provided such accommodations do not create an undue hardship on the company's operations.