Seasonal Wildlife Technician Assistant at PLUNKETT'S PEST CONTROL, INC – Grand Rapids, Michigan

Varment Guard is a division of Plunkett's Pest Control

Plunkett’s is a 3rd generation family owned business established in 1915 – celebrating over 100 years of continued growth! Our 600+ employees enjoy competitive wages and rewards. Plunkett’s is an outstanding, privately owned company that holds a great deal of opportunity for people who want to step up and start an exciting career!

At Plunkett’s/Varment Guard, everything we do is grounded in our Core Four:

• Leave No Doubt You Care – Show in all words and actions that you are working to help solve problems. Care about each other, assume positive intent, and work as members of a strong team.
• Own It – Take responsibility for your work with integrity and accountability. Make every impression matter, follow through, document your work, and commit to safety.
• Grow to Control Our Destiny – Embrace growth to ensure control, stability, and career opportunities. See the people, focus on what you can do for them, and always build stronger connections.
• Shape Our Legacy – Improve what you touch, embrace innovation, and build on over 100 years of great service.

The Seasonal Wildlife Technician Assistant will be responsible for assisting Wildlife Technicians in the area. This is a seasonal position during the months of May – September.

Essential Job Duties:

• Drive company vehicle to client sites to provide wildlife management services in a professional and safe manner
• Provide solutions for nuisance wildlife according to company, industry, and regulatory standards.
• Build route density by finding new prospective clients and looking for ways to add value to existing clients
• Participate fully in training opportunities to enhance knowledge; and to meet requirements for licensing and safety standards
• Work in a safe manner by adhering to OSHA, state requirements, and Plunketts’ policies and procedures
• Maintain proper inventory of tools, equipment, and materials in company vehicle to complete all work and tasks assigned
• Project a professional image; is friendly, pleasant, and courteous when dealing with internal and external clients
• Perform effectively with minimal direction and without direct supervision
• Adapt quickly to change and work under tight deadlines
• Organization of own work and completion of work on a timely basis
• Communicate effectively with internal and external clients
• Work as part of a team that provides “Best in Class” nuisance wildlife solutions
• Cooperate with company management by performing any other duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read, legibly speak, and understand English; must be able to communicate clearly and effectively to clients and Plunkett’s employees
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Utilize application equipment, inspection equipment, and small hand tools
• The ability to work extended hours and some weekends
• Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• The ability to obtain a Commercial Nuisance Wild Animal Control Operator Certification through ODNR.
• Physical capability assessment, favorable drug test, and acceptable background record is also required

Preferred Requirements:

• Wildlife management degree preferred
• Experience working with minimum supervision; able to problem solve and keep detailed records
• Six months experience in a route management, route sales, customer service, sales or account management position
• Has experience using computer-based and mobile applications

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Communicates through telephone conversations, face-to-face interactions, texts and email
• Lift/push/pull up to 75lbs 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
• Utilize application equipment (spray guns and bottles, hoses etc.), inspection equipment, and small hand tools
• Working on rooftops of varying heights and angles
• 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.

Plunkett’s is an equal opportunity employer and committed to hiring and retaining a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Protected Vets/Disabilities/LGBT