About this role
Job Description: Our Pest Technicians do NOT perform exclusion or insulation duties and neither will you! Are you looking for a career at a family-focused company? Are you passionate about working outdoors to solve our customers issues and protect their families long-term? Are you comfortable working independently while taking part in a larger team? Eastside Exterminators is looking for someone like you!
We are looking for a production-driven, customer service oriented pest control technician with our core values to join our growing family! You will be responsible for completing a regular service route in King or Snohomish county, maintaining your WSDA operator’s license, and maintaining a high level of customer service and quality standards that Eastside’s customers have come to expect! What kind of person are we looking for?
• Solution-oriented problem solver with a positive approach towards teamwork • Motivated self-starter and independent worker with strong communication skills with both the families we serve and the internal family at Eastside • Willingness and eagerness to learn and be open-minded to new ideas and solutions
Typical day as a Pest Control Operator:
• Arrive at your first appointment around 8am • Drive safely and responsibly to customers around King and Snohomish Counties depending on where your assigned route is located • Communicate with our customers face-to-face, over the phone, and via email or text using empathy and understanding to help solve their pest issues • Communicate effectively with your manager, teammates, and other departments • Apply pesticides and clean and re-bait protection stations at residential and commercial locations • Perform exterior evaluations for pest activity, conducive conditions, and limited WDO inspections • Check attics and crawlspaces for pest activity • Keep your assigned work materials and tools in clean, and working order • Record accurate digital notes promptly for each customer
What do you need to be able to do?
• Ability to carry and operate a 2-4 gallon sprayer • Ability to safely work from heights and in confined spaces • Must undergo pre-employment criminal background check, driving record check, and drug screen • Valid driver’s license and insurable MVR • Work on weekends and evening as needed to meet applicable deadlines What You'll Get... We want to help our employees build not just a great career, but a great future. When you put your skills to work with Eastside Exterminators, you'll have access to these great benefits!
Health and Well-being:
• Cigna medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options to fit your individual needs including EPO & PPO • Prescription drug program • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and childcare expenses • Health Savings Plans (HSA) available with qualified plans for medical expenses Financial Security:
• Competitive hourly compensation • 401(k) Savings Plans (Traditional & Roth) • Life insurance, 100% company paid (with options to buy up) • Long and short-term disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurance options Work/Life Balance:
• Full time, year-round employment • 30-Day paid training and in-depth orientation • A highly experienced team of professionals to work with • Paid time off including eight paid holidays • A peer-to-peer employee recognition program • Prizes, giveaways, and advancement opportunities
What does it pay?
• $24 - $30 / hour DOE