Pest Control Technician

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:

1. Leave No Doubt You Care – Put people first and solve problems with empathy.
2. Own It – Be accountable, follow through, and take pride in your work.
3. Grow to Control Our Destiny – Seek opportunities to grow your route and re-sell our value every time.
4. Shape our Legacy – Improve 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.

To see the full job description and requirements, please visit (or copy and paste into browser): https://plunkettsnet.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/HumanResources/EYHseucFeCJPmVTm3rvDvZwB9T6Cx1trj4hrrjdwa7orBw?e=vexArF

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. A plant in the area needs service every weekend through the summer and once/month in the winter. We rotate the work between area technicians. A new hire could expect working on a weekend for 4-6 hours 1-2x/month.

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.