Pest Control Technician

Company: Aptive Pest Control
Location: South Houston
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

We are seeking a hard-working, innovative, detail-oriented and creative team player to join our Aptive team! This is a Full-time position Located in South Houston, TX. The individual we are looking for is also someone that enjoys working in a team environment but also excels working at an individual level. STARTING WAGE $16.50 PER HOUR PLUS OVERTIME COMPANY VEHICLE PROVIDED EMPLOYEE BENEFITS ACTIVATED DAY ONE Medical, dental, and Vision About Aptive Environmental: Aptive Environmental provides environmentally responsible residential and commercial pest services to more than 5,000 cities across North America. Co-founded in 2015 by Vess Pearson and David Royce, Aptive launched with the clear intention to grow as a world recognized brand. In 2020, with more than 1 million customers, Aptive was named by PCT Magazine as the 7th largest pest control company in the nation out of 20,000 competitors. In 2019 Aptive was the youngest company featured on Glassdoor's Top 100 US workplaces and is ranked one of Entrepreneur Magazine's Best Companies in America. Aptive is also a proud member of the EPA's Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program and has partnered with the United Nations Foundation "Nothing But Nets" to help stop the spread of Malaria transmitted by mosquito bites. Responsibilities include: * Be knowledgeable of technical data concerning chemicals used and their application * Be knowledgeable of federal, state, and local regulations regarding pest control. * Maintain a copy of the Aptive manual at close proximity at all times and follow the specified instructions therein. * Serve as the subject matter expert for your customers by implementing the most efficient and overall best pest solution for each customer's individual needs * Maintain and service all route customers according to company standards and procedures. * Contact Area Manager daily as required for messages. * Complete and submit daily service reports as required. * Advise customers of potential problems. * Keep management informed of any problems encountered on service routes. * Maintain proper inventory of pesticides in usage. * Maintain service records in accordance with EPA standards. * Collect payments. * Maintain service equipment and the vehicle in clean and proper operating conditions. * Maintain a safe driving record. * Assist on other routes as required by management. * Complete federal, state, local, and company required training programs within prescribed time limits for proper certification. * Available to work flexible hours as required by customer needs, including evenings, nights, and/or weekends. Qualifications: * This is an opportunity for a great career with no experience necessary; we will train you * A clean driving record is required (no more than one moving violation in the past 3 years) * A minimum of 5 years with a valid driver's license is required * A drug test and background check will be performed on all new hire Our company is full of goal oriented, and hardworking individuals that are dedicated to our employees and customers. In addition to working with wonderful people, Aptive offers the following benefits: Group Health, Dental, and Vision plans - Eligible on Day One * Paid holidays * Paid time off * Upbeat and exciting company culture and much more! Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. #DNS #ZR

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