Termite Specialist at PestNow – Sterling, Virginia

Summary/Objective

Provide termite control for residential homes and commercial establishments by identifying potential termite problems, conducting inspections; performing termite pre-treatments and termite post construction treatments while designing and implementing control strategies to resolve all of a customer’s termite control needs.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Being prompt to scheduled appointments.
• Inspect the property for any areas or situations that are conducive to termite infestations and implement the most effective solution
• Identify termite activity.
• Operate and maintain equipment used to complete treatments.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable laws, rules and regulations governing pesticide application.
• Document/Record all information by filling out all company inspection forms, in accordance with Company procedures.
• Effectively communicate with customers and office staff.
• Thoroughly and efficiently gather customer information, access and fulfill customer needs, educate the customer where applicable in order to prevent conditions conducive to termite infestations.
• Participate in routine maintenance of Company vehicle and equipment.
• Practice workplace safety procedures as outlined in the Company’s Safety Manual.
• Operate company vehicle in a safe and effective manner to minimize the risk of injury, property, damage or loss of life.
• Clean vehicles as scheduled and/or required.
• Dress Professionally. Maintain company uniforms in neat and professional manner. Follow company dress code.
• Communicate with Manager immediately if questions arise in the field concerning treatment protocols.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to identify common household pests and WDOs
• Knowledge of proper treatment methods for pests
• Knowledge of inspections requirements for WDOs and pest problems in residences and commercial establishments
• Ability to perform recommended treatments
• Knowledge of residential, commercial, and remodeling construction and building techniques
• Comfortable wearing safety equipment including respirator, goggles, etc.
• Comfortable in small, confined spaces (i.e. crawlspaces)
• Able to safely operate a vehicle
• Reading, legible & accurate writing, and drawing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with all equipment used to execute treatments
• Basic math skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess current Driver License in the state where you work and maintain a driving record consistent with company standards
• High school degree or equivalent experience
• Present a professional appearance including wearing an approved uniform
• Able to work a 40-hour work week
• Drug-free workplace
• Able to pass a pre-employment background check

Physical Demands

The work environment and physical demands described below are representative of those that a team member encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting objects occasionally weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Lifting objects frequently weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Carries objects frequently weighing up to 10 lbs.
• Standing frequently for up to one hour
• Standing seldom for more than one hour
• Walking frequently for up to one hour
• Crawling frequently
• Stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching frequently
• Pulling a spray hose while exerting up to 70 lbs. of force for 100 feet frequently
• Must be able to access confined spaces such as crawl spaces and attics and be able to maneuver through them
• Climbing occasionally on a ladder
• Lifting hands and arms overhead, reaching and grasping, such as webbing and removal of wasp nests
• Manual dexterity/fine motor skills utilized frequently
• Operating a company truck daily from approximately 8 until 5
• Ability to communicate orally and hear customers frequently
• Working outdoors daily and at times in extreme temperatures - heat or cold and at times noisy environment
• Wearing PPE regularly - protective glasses, protective gloves, ear protection, respirator, dust mask
• Exposure to pesticides, solvents, and chemicals on a daily basis

Environmental Factors

• Work both indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions
• May withstand extreme conditions such as heat in an attic in Summer or chill of crawlspace in Winter
• Exposure to vegetation, dust, dirt, and animal remains
• Some work in confined spaces

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vacation/Sick Leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)