Veterans Preferred - Pest Control Technician

Company: Service Master
Location: Eugene
Posted on: April 5, 2021

Job Description:

Military Veterans are Encouraged to Apply. For more than 85 years, Terminix has built a reputation as one of the nation's leading providers of termite and pest control services, safeguarding over 3 million homes and businesses against all types of pests in 47 states and 14 countries.What is this role about? Our Pest Technicians serve in a key front-line role and are the very heart of what we do. It's all about providing outstanding service delivery of Terminix products to valued customers within your assigned territory.What does a "Day-in-the-Life" look like? Equipped with a company vehicle and excellent industry training, Pest Techs are out in the neighborhoods Terminix serves visiting residential customers and performing their pest control treatments. Pest Technicians also offer customers on their route additional products and services that may be beneficial, which presents a great opportunity to earn commissions on top of a very attractive base salary.Here are a few more specifics of what you would be doing each day:Applying pesticides to structures according to schedule, safety procedures and label instructions.Responding on a timely basis to customers' requests for telephone and in-person service calls + calling customers to confirm scheduled services.Identifying and acting upon opportunities to sell additional Terminix products or servicesWhat do I need to be successful? Being a high school graduate/having a GED and a valid driver's license are both requirementsPrior industry experience is great, but not required. The following are much more important...You are personable and enjoy interacting with customersYou are self-motivated and have a strong work ethicYou can effectively present information to customers one-on-one and in small groupsYou are detailed oriented and understand the importance of safetyYou have a good aptitude for basic math-- necessary for doing calculations related to sales and serviceOf course, given our business, you should be comfortable working outside and in confined spaces like crawl spaces and atticsFor safety reasons (rebreathers have be able to seal to your face) our Pest Techs aren't able to have facial hairWhy should I choose Terminix? In addition to being part of an iconic brand with a rich 85 year history, here are some other highlights of what we offer members of the Terminix Team.Comprehensive training and licensure, all paid by the companyHighly competitive compensation - earning potential of $30,000-50,000 in first year.Company provided vehicle (that you can take home with you at night) and gas cardOpportunities for advancement and career growth - including paths into management level rolesMedical, dental and vision coverage + discounts on ServiceMaster brandsShort/long-term Disability and Life InsurancePaid time offDisclaimerThe 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. Terminix companies are proud to be EOE. California residents click here to review your privacy rights.

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