Wildlife Technician

Location

Sarasota, FL | United States

Job description

Turner Pest Control is a rapidly growing pest control company that has been providing excellent service to our residential and commercial customers over the past 50 years. We have stayed at the forefront of the industry by constantly improving the methods, technologies, and services we offer and partnering with the best in the industry. As we expand across the southeast, we promise to keep innovating and providing the best experience possible for our customers and employees. We currently have 15 branches, 75,000+ customers and 500+ employees and expect to continue growing.

We are seeking a Wildlife Technician who is ready to join our family and help continue our company growth!

The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, be well organized, detail oriented and self-motivated. While supported by an incredible team of pest management professionals, our technicians work independently throughout the day. If you enjoy being on the go, learning something new every day, and interacting with a variety of customers, this position might be just what you have been searching for.

Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Abide regulations by FL Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and O.S.H.A.
• Climbing ladders of various heights with safety equipment and materials.
• Operating power tools to apply materials to job specifications.
• Translating blueprints to real world application Trapping and catching wildlife under Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and company guidelines.
• Able to safely traverse rooftops and tight spaces alike.
• Gain an understanding of wildlife habit and identify signs of activity.
• Use modern technology to communicate with customers and coworkers.
• Work in a team environment with a positive attitude .
• Troubleshooting construction flaws and identifying small entry points with intent to repair and seal.
• Following directive from leadership to accomplish company goals.
• Maintaining punctuality with the ability to work within a given appointment time frame.
• Ability to operate various company vehicles

Skills and qualifications:

• Excellent customer service
• skills Ability to communicate clearly both written and verbally.
• Familiar with smart technology and applications.
• Skills with hand tools and power tools.
• Detail Oriented.
• Problem solving and situation analysis skills.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently in a team effort.
• Comply with all company, local, state, and federal laws & regulations.

Physical requirements:

• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 75lbs independently and team lift up to 200lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders and fit in tight spaces such as attic hatch or crawl space entry.
• Ability to safely walk and work on rooftops of residential and commercial job sites with equipment.
• Ability to withstand various weather and temperature conditions.
• Ability to inspect an analyze a situation and take corrective action to rectify problem.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Position Type:

This is a full-time position. Some Saturdays may be required.

Travel:

Local daily travel within the assigned territory.

Why work for Turner Pest Control?

We offer:

HEALTH BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term disability.
• Optional supplemental benefits.
• Enrollment eligibility begins first of the month following date of hire.

FINANCIAL ASSURANCE:

• 401(k) plan with company match of 4%.
• Immediate enrollment eligibility.
• Convenient direct paycheck deposit.
• Team Member reward and recognition program.

AND MORE

• Eight (8) paid holidays.
• Paid time off
• Team Member discount on our services.
• Team Member referral bonuses.
• Opportunities to participate in community events.

Turner Pest Control is a drug free workplace

A pre-hire compliance screening and background screening will be conducted.

Turner Pest Control is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Turner Pest Control is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Turner Pest Control will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Recruiting Department at 904-355-5300.

About Turner Pest Control:

We began in 1971 as a friendly, family-run business. More than 40 years later, that's still how we operate. The technology may change, but our commitment to our neighbors never will. In 2018, Turner Pest Control became a part of Anticimex, a global pest control organization with a mission of being the leader in modern pest management. Our company culture embraces growth, technology, and integrity as we strive to become the global leader in pest control.

Today, we're one of the fastest-growing companies in Florida and Georgia.

We're an industry leader ranked at number 5 of the Top 100 pest control companies in the nation. Turner Pest Control is a full-service company that prides itself on providing the highest quality lawn and pest management services to both residential and commercial customers.

We're also designated as a QualityPro Certified company, a distinction earned by less than three percent of U.S. pest control providers. Built on the principles of Business Operations, Environmental Stewardship, Consumer Relations and Technician Training, the QualityPro certification is a symbol of Turner Pest Control's commitment to protecting our customers, our people and our environment.

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Salary

$17 - $25 per hour