Pest Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $17 per hour

Pest Management Technician

American Pest Management (a Rentokil Terminix Company) is looking for pest technicians in Manhattan, KS. We are a full- service pest control company providing superior service to our clients for 45 years.

We are proud members of the National Pest Management Association and the Kansas Pest Control Association. We are among only 3% of pest management companies in the U.

S. to be Quality Pro certified. We have multiple Kansas Master Technicians and Associate Certified Entomologists ready to serve our clients.

In other words, being a technician with American Pest Management will provide you with an opportunity to work for the best!

What is expected from our Pest Technicians?

A Pest Management Technician is the heart of our business. Our Pest Technicians provide primary care to all of our clients.

Your ability to provide an exemplary level of service to the clients in your territory will help to maintain our reputation as the premier pest control company in our service area.

So what does a Pest Management Technician do on an average day?

Once you have completed your World Class training with our certified trainers, you will be given a company vehicle to use to complete your daily routes.

You will visit a variety of clients from residential homes to schools to commercial accounts including restaurants and apartment complexes.

You will be equipped through your training and the use of our products to quickly identify and solve the needs and problems of our clients.

You will also have the ability to offer additional products and services to our clients that will provide you with an opportunity to earn extra commission on top of your excellent regular earnings!

Every day will find you doing at least some of the following :

• Treating homes and businesses using products designed to control or eliminate pests according to label instructions following proper safety protocols.
• Identifying additional needs of our clients and providing them with solutions by offering additional services and products.
• Responding to requests for treatment in a timely fashion from either our clients or your Customer Service Representative.
• Other duties as assigned.

What do I need to succeed?

• You must have a valid driver’s license.
• Prior pest control experience is appreciated, but not required.
• You must pass a pre-employment drug screen, background test, and fitness test.
• You must be able to lift / carry 40 lbs occasionally.
• You must be able to apply the knowledge learned through training to solve problems in real time.

But to truly excel at this career you must

• Be personable and enjoy interacting with people.
• Have a strong work ethic.
• Be able to communicate with people on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Understand the importance of safety in all that you do.
• Be detail oriented.
• Be able to perform basic math to calculate correct material usage.
• Enjoy working outdoors and be willing to work in enclosed spaces (crawl spaces, attics).

Is American Pest Management right for you?

We offer many benefits to our colleagues. If the following sounds appealing to you then your next career starts with APM!

• Comprehensive training and required licensing, paid by the company.
• Highly competitive compensation.
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth.
• Medical
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Short term and long-term disability.
• Flex spending account.
• 401k retirement plans with a company match.
• Generous vacation time.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid sick leave.
• Multiple opportunities for bonuses and commissions throughout the year.
• A strong family culture which rewards success.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed by employees assigned to this classification;

they are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

American Pest Management is a Drug-Free Workplace Offering Equal Employment Opportunities. Applications are received and employees are hired without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran's status, citizenship status, or any other protected classes under state, local, or country regulations.

The receipt of this application does not mean that job openings exist and does not obligate us in any way. We appreciate your interest in our organization.