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Description:

Plunkett’s Pest Control – Earning your trust since 1915

At Plunkett’s, our technicians are more than pest control experts – they’re problem solvers, trusted partners, and growth drivers. As a Pest Control Technician, you’ll manage a set territory, deliver Best in Class service, and grow your route by building strong client relationships and closing sales opportunities.

Our Core Four Values:

We live by our Core Four, and you will too:

  • Leave No Doubt You CarePut people first and solve problems with empathy.
  • Own ItBe accountable, follow through, and take pride in your work.
  • Grow to Control Our DestinySeek opportunities to grow your route and re-sell our value every time.
  • Shape our LegacyImprove what you touch and help carry forward our 100+ years of service excellence.

What You’ll Do:

  • Serve commercial and residential clients with professional, effective pest control solutions.
  • Build strong client relationships and deliver unmatched customer service.
  • Identify and pursue new sales opportunities.
  • Work independently with the full support of a strong, committed team.

What You Bring:

  • A drive to help people and grow your career.
  • Confidence in customer conversations and a knack for building trust.
  • Reliability, integrity, and a safety-first mindset.
  • Ability to work independently, solve problems, and adapt quickly.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

  • Competitive pay + sales incentives – your success earns you more!
  • Receive a company vehicle
  • Comprehensive training and licensing support.
  • Career growth opportunities in a stable, family-owned business.
  • Full benefits package including PTO, medical insurance, and a 401(k)-retirement plan.
  • A supportive culture rooted in teamwork, trust, and excellence.
  • Flexible schedule.

Ready to Own It?

Be part of a company where your service matters, your sales make a difference, and your future is in your hands.

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Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements below reflect the knowledge, skill, and ability needed; all rooted in Plunkett’s Core Four values and our commitment to sales growth.

Minimum Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to read, legibly speak, and understand English.
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and integrity – “Own It.”
  • Confidence and skill in having sales conversations and presenting solutions to prospective and existing clients – “Grow to Control Our Destiny.”
  • The ability to work extended hours and some weekends.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
  • The ability to pass state licensing exams.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Ability to meet performance expectations, including service protocols, monthly sales goals, and documentation standards.
  • Favorable drug test and acceptable background records are required.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Experience working with minimal supervision; able to solve problems and keep detailed records (Shape Our Legacy).
  • Six months of experience in route management, route sales, customer service, sales, or account management.
  • Experience using computer-based and mobile applications to perform work duties.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

  • Communicates through telephone conversations, face-to-face interactions, texts, and email.
  • Lift/push/pull 25lbs-50lbs regularly, some routes may occasionally require lifting/pushing/pulling up to 100lbs.
  • Extensive bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, reaching overhead, climbing a ladder, working in confined spaces, walking for long periods, and sitting for long periods.
  • Ability to utilize application equipment (spray guns and bottles, hoses, etc.), inspection equipment, and small hand tools.
  • Tolerate a variety of environmental conditions, indoors and outdoors during seasonal weather, damp locations, and dusty locations.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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