Exterior Repair & Wildlife Exclusion Technician

Job Description:\n\nWildlife Control & Exclusion Technician Grade A Critter Wildlife & Pest SolutionsAlpharetta, Georgia | Full-Time $23–$28/hour + Production Bonuses + Sales Commission + Performance Incentives Weekly Pay • 401(k) • Paid Training • Company Vehicle Upon Qualification • Company-Paid Fuel • Career Advancement About Grade A Critter Grade A Critter Wildlife & Pest Solutions is a locally owned and growing wildlife-control company serving Alpharetta and surrounding North Metro Atlanta communities. We specialize in resolving wildlife problems involving squirrels, flying squirrels, raccoons, bats, rodents, snakes, and other nuisance wildlife. Our work goes beyond simply removing animals. We identify how wildlife is entering structures, perform professional exclusion and repair work, and help protect homes and businesses against future wildlife entry. We are looking for a dependable, skilled, and motivated Wildlife Control & Exclusion Technician who wants an opportunity to build a career and grow with our company. This is not a traditional pest-control route position. This is a hands-on skilled-trade position involving wildlife control, construction-style repairs, ladders, roofs, attics, crawlspaces, and problem-solving. Our Vision At Grade A Critter Wildlife & Pest Solutions, our vision is to be the trusted partner protecting what matters most—our customers' peace of mind, their homes, and our community. We stay one step ahead of wildlife challenges, offering expert care with a personal touch. Every day, we aim to ensure when people think of a safe, critter-free environment, they think of Grade A Critter—always ready, always caring. We're looking for employees who want to be part of that vision. That means doing more than completing a work order. It means taking pride in your workmanship, treating customers and their property with respect, working safely, solving problems correctly, and helping us build a company known for dependable, professional wildlife service. Pay Based on Experience We recognize the difference between an experienced wildlife professional and a skilled tradesperson who needs to be trained specifically in wildlife control. Technician Trainee / Skilled Trades Candidate $23–$25/hour + incentives This range is generally intended for candidates who are mechanically inclined and have strong hands-on skills but need to be trained specifically in professional wildlife control and exclusion. Relevant backgrounds may include: Carpentry • Roofing • Gutters • Siding • Construction • Handyman Work • Pest Control • Home Repair • Property Maintenance • Similar Skilled Trades Grade A Critter will provide wildlife-specific training, including:Wildlife identification and behaviorTrapping and removal proceduresWildlife entry-point identificationInspection techniquesExclusion methodsOne-way devicesWildlife-proofing materials and installationJob documentationCustomer communicationGrade A Critter service and repair standards Candidates should already be comfortable using tools, safely handling ladders, and performing or learning quality repair work. Experienced Wildlife Control & Exclusion Technician $26–$28/hour + incentives This range is generally intended for candidates with verifiable professional wildlife-control and exclusion experience who require significantly less training. Experienced candidates should be capable of:Identifying common wildlife species and signs of activityLocating active and potential wildlife entry pointsUnderstanding professional trapping and removal proceduresPerforming professional wildlife exclusion workCompleting common roofline, soffit, fascia, vent, and structural repairsInstalling one-way devices and wildlife-exclusion materialsInspecting roofs, attics, crawlspaces, and building exteriorsCommunicating findings professionally to customersProperly documenting jobs with photographs and notesPerforming routine assignments independently after learning Grade A Critter's proceduresRecognizing when a job requires additional manpower, equipment, or management involvement Starting pay within either range is based on demonstrated ability, experience, and the amount of training required—not simply years in the industry. What You'll Do Responsibilities may include:Perform wildlife trapping, removal, and control servicesInspect residential and commercial structures for wildlife activity and entry pointsDetermine how animals are entering structuresPerform professional wildlife exclusionsSeal gaps and openings along rooflines, soffits, fascia, siding, foundations, vents, and other structural areasPerform minor carpentry and exterior building repairsInstall screening, metal flashing, vent protection, chimney caps, one-way doors, and other wildlife-exclusion productsSafely use hand tools, power tools, and specialty wildlife equipmentSafely lift, carry, position, secure, and climb extension laddersPerform exterior wildlife-exclusion and repair work at elevated heights that may reach approximately 30–50 feet above ground levelWork on roofs and elevated exterior areas using appropriate fall-protection and safety equipmentEnter attics and crawlspaces when necessarySet and check wildlife traps according to company procedures and applicable regulationsAssist with wildlife-contamination cleanup and insulation-related work when requiredPhotograph and document work before, during, and after completionCommunicate professionally with homeowners, property managers, and commercial customersMaintain company tools, equipment, and assigned vehiclesIdentify legitimate additional wildlife problems and potential entry pointsAssist with larger residential and commercial wildlife-exclusion projects Compensation & Incentive Program We want our technicians to have the security of a competitive hourly wage while also having the opportunity to increase their earnings as their skills, independence, productivity, and contribution to the company increase. Weekly Pay Base hourly wages and applicable overtime are paid weekly. Production Performance Bonus Technicians may earn approximately 2% of qualifying completed and collected production revenue, based on their role in completing the work. Because wildlife jobs vary considerably in size, difficulty, and manpower requirements, production credit is generally categorized as follows: Lead — 100% Production CreditThe technician independently completes the work or serves as the lead technician on a project that legitimately requires additional manpower. Shared — 50% Production CreditThe technician and owner/another technician substantially share responsibility for completing the project. Training/Assist — 25% Production CreditThe owner or lead technician primarily leads and performs the project while the technician assists and/or receives training. Safety Will Not Reduce Your Production Credit Some wildlife-exclusion projects legitimately require two people because of roof conditions, ladder safety, material handling, project complexity, or other operational reasons. Technicians will not lose production credit simply because appropriate additional manpower is required to perform a job safely. If the technician is capable of leading the assignment but the project reasonably requires a second person, the technician may still qualify for 100% production credit. We will never encourage an employee to work unsafely simply to increase a production bonus. Quality Control, Repair Inspections & Callbacks Production bonuses reward quality production—not simply completing jobs quickly. Completed exclusion and repair work is subject to quality-control inspection by the owner or designated supervisor. Technicians are expected to follow Grade A Critter's workmanship standards, complete the approved scope of work, and properly document completed repairs with photographs and job notes. Production and performance bonuses may be affected by preventable callbacks, failed repair inspections, incomplete work, or workmanship that does not meet company standards. Examples may include:Missed or improperly sealed wildlife entry pointsIncomplete or substandard repairsRepairs that fail quality-control inspectionFailure to complete the approved scope of workImproper installation of exclusion materialsPreventable damage to customer propertyFailure to properly photograph or document completed workRepeat service resulting from an avoidable technician errorWarranty callbacks attributable to incomplete or improper workmanship A customer callback does not automatically mean a technician loses a bonus. Wildlife activity can sometimes continue or recur for reasons outside the technician's control. Bonus adjustments will be based on whether the issue was reasonably attributable to workmanship, failure to follow company procedures, or an avoidable oversight. Technicians who consistently produce clean, professional repairs with strong documentation, successful quality-control inspections, and low preventable callback rates will have the greatest opportunity to earn full production and performance bonuses. Safety → Quality → Customer Service → Productivity Technician-Generated Sales Commission Technicians may earn approximately 5% commission on qualifying additional work they personally identify and help generate that results in collected revenue. For example, if you're servicing a property and discover a legitimate additional wildlife or exclusion problem, properly document and communicate the issue, and the customer purchases the additional work, you may qualify for sales commission. Sales commissions and production bonuses reward different contributions: Sales Commission = Generating legitimate additional business Production Bonus = Successfully completing quality work A technician may potentially earn both when they generate qualifying additional work and participate in completing that work. Grade A Critter does not encourage unnecessary repairs, services, or high-pressure selling. The customer's best interest and our company's reputation come first. Additional Performance Incentives Technicians may also have opportunities to earn: Customer Review Incentives — Additional compensation for qualifying legitimate customer reviews recognizing the technician and their service. Quarterly Performance Bonus — Up to approximately $500 per quarter Quarterly performance may consider:Quality of workmanshipRepair and quality-control inspectionsPreventable callback/warranty rateAttendance and dependabilityCustomer satisfactionProductivitySafetyJob documentationCare of company vehicles, tools, and equipmentOverall professionalism and performance When Bonuses & Commissions Are Paid To keep compensation consistent and transparent: Hourly wages and applicable overtime: Paid weekly. Production bonuses, technician-generated sales commissions, and qualifying customer-review incentives: Generally calculated monthly based on qualifying completed and collected revenue and paid through a designated payroll during the following month. Quarterly Performance Bonus: Evaluated and paid quarterly when earned. Detailed bonus and commission eligibility, calculations, and program terms will be provided in the company's written compensation policy. Company Vehicle & Training Period Company Vehicle Provided Upon Qualification New technicians should not expect to receive an independently assigned company vehicle on their first day. New hires will generally complete an introductory training and vehicle-qualification period of approximately 60 days. During initial training, technicians will typically work alongside the owner/lead technician and must have reliable transportation to the designated starting location. As training progresses, technicians may be authorized to operate company vehicles while demonstrating their ability to safely and responsibly handle company vehicles and equipment. Assignment of a company vehicle is based on:Satisfactory job performanceDemonstrated safe drivingAcceptable motor vehicle recordEligibility under the company's commercial auto insuranceResponsible care of company property and equipmentSuccessful completion of required trainingAbility to perform assigned work with appropriate independence Experienced technicians who demonstrate competency may qualify for independent company-vehicle privileges sooner. Completion of approximately 60 days does not automatically guarantee vehicle assignment. Vehicle privileges remain subject to qualification, insurance eligibility, business needs, and continued safe and responsible operation. Company-paid fuel is provided for authorized company-vehicle use. Requirements Applicants must:Be at least 18 years oldPossess a valid driver's licenseHave and maintain an acceptable driving recordBe eligible for coverage under the company's commercial auto insuranceSuccessfully complete a pre-employment background checkHave reliable transportation to the designated starting location during trainingBe legally authorized to work in the United StatesBe dependable and punctualBe physically capable of safely lifting, carrying, positioning, and securing extension laddersBe comfortable and capable of safely climbing and working from laddersBe comfortable and capable of working at elevated heights approximately 30–50 feet above ground level when required, using appropriate safety and fall-protection equipmentBe comfortable performing work from roofs and other elevated exterior areasBe capable of safely handling tools and materials while performing elevated work in accordance with company safety proceduresBe comfortable entering attics and crawlspacesBe comfortable working around wildlife and animal waste while using appropriate PPEBe physically capable of carrying tools, equipment, and materials required for the positionBe comfortable using hand and power toolsBe mechanically inclined and capable of problem-solvingBe able to work outdoors in varying Georgia weather conditionsBe able to use a smartphone for scheduling, photographs, job notes, and documentationMaintain a professional appearanceCommunicate professionally and respectfully with customersFollow all company safety policies and proceduresBe willing to learn and accept coaching Benefits & What We Provide401(k) retirement plan availableWeekly payPaid wildlife-control trainingCompany vehicle upon qualificationCompany-paid fuel for authorized company-vehicle useCompany-provided tools and specialty wildlife equipmentPPE and safety equipmentCompany uniforms/work apparelCompany-paid job-related licensing and certifications as approvedProduction bonus opportunitiesTechnician-generated sales commissionsCustomer-service/review incentivesQuarterly performance bonus opportunitiesOvertime opportunities when availableContinuing educationOpportunities for advancement 401(k) eligibility, employer contribution provisions, and complete plan details will be provided to eligible employees in accordance with the company's current retirement plan. 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