Pest Control Technician

Pest Control Service Technician – (Sarasota/Manatee/Hillsborough)

Rodent Solutions, Inc. is a premium pest and wildlife control company. We are Google 5-star-rated and voted Nextdoor's Favorite company 2021–2023 with a 14-year track record of excellence. We don't compete on price; we compete on technical expertise, superior results, and customer service. We are looking for a disciplined, ethical, and detail-oriented technician to service, manage, and expand a mixed residential and commercial route.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Pay: $25.00 – $27.00/hour (Based on experience).
• Retention Bonus: 1% annual bonus for all recurring accounts acquired and retained. (After your 60 days).
• Performance Pay: Uncapped commission on additional services and performance bonuses. (After your 60 days).
• Benefits: 64 hours of PTO (Grows annually) and paid major holidays (After 60 days).
• Health Plan: Company-paid health discount plan (After 60 days)
• Schedule: Monday- Friday. 7:15-4 pm. No nights, no weekends. Paid for a 30-minute lunch. Extra OT is frequently offered but not required.
• Equipment: Wrapped, company truck, high-quality equipment, and your choice of preferred chemicals to ensure professional success.

The Role

You aren't just a "spray tech." You are a service professional responsible for:

• Precision Route Management: Executing daily routes with efficiency and technical accuracy.
• Expert Inspections: Conducting thorough assessments and applying targeted treatments that meet Florida regulations and our 5-star standards.
• Client Consultation: Acting as a subject matter expert to explain "the why" behind your treatments to homeowners and business owners, building the value of your service.
• Ethical Upselling: Identifying and recommending needed additional services based on actual client needs.
• Documentation: Maintaining meticulous service reports via company software.
• Pests Handled: General Pests, Termites, Mosquitoes, Bed Bugs, German Roaches, and Moles
• Wildlife Handled: (Not all are expected from the Pest Control Division) Rats, Mice, Squirrels, Bats, Raccoons, Opossums, and Armadillos
• Decontamination Services: Rodent Feces Cleanup, Enzyme Treatments, and Ozone Treatments

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 2 years in professional pest control (Florida experience preferred).
• Licensing: Florida Certified Operator (GHP or Termite) is a plus.
• Technical Standards: Zero-compromise attention to detail in field work and documentation.
• Professionalism: Clean appearance and the ability to speak confidently with premium clientele.
• Communication: Professional appearance and the ability to speak confidently with high-end clientele.
• Reliability: Clean, insurable driving record. Punctuality is non-negotiable.
• Background: Must pass a Level 2 background check.
• Mindset: A team-first attitude. We are building a durable, long-term team; individual heroics do not replace system discipline.

Company Qualifications

• State Certified: GHP and Termite/WDO
• NWCOA Certifications: Rodent, Bat, & Urban Bird Management Certifications
• Pest Management University: Completed General Household Pest Foundations and Master's level courses. Also, Termite and Wood-Destroying Organism Foundations and Master's level.
• Ownership: Our industry-leading exclusion team is backed by an owner with a Construction Degree, ensuring our processes are structurally sound and superior to the competition.
• Trade Memberships: NWCOA and NPMA members.

How to Apply

Apply through Indeed

This is more than just a route spray jockey position — it’s a chance to build a career with a company that is growing and invests in your success. If you have the grit, drive, positive mindset, and are sales mindset, we want to meet you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Experience:

• Pest control: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person