If you enjoy being on the go, spending the day on the road and walking rather than being cooped up in an office, then joining the QFI Team as a Pest Control Technician is a great job for you!
We are a pest management company in the Okanagan Valley that services the area from Salmon Arm to Penticton. Our team supports our clients and the community by making the world healthier, protecting structures and improving overall the quality of life. Our goal is to offer friendly, quality and professional pest control to all our valued clients, while providing natural pest control services that are safe for home and family. We pride ourselves on our unmatched customer service and in building trusting relationships with each and every client.
QFI is seeking an independent yet team-orientated individual keen to be part of a business where each day is anything but ordinary. We are currently seeking a technician for general pest control work and will train the right person even if they have no experience in the field. Sales and construction experience is definitely an asset and experience with technology is a must.
Requirements:
- Applicant currently resides in Canada
- Able to legally work in Canada without sponsorship
- Able to read, write, and speak fluent English
- Excellent communication skills
- High school diploma and/or College diploma
- At least 2 years of customer service experience
- Professional and confident demeanor and appearance
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to clients, colleagues and management
- Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn
- Able to use small hand tools
- Comfortable in and be able to safely access tight spaces, crawl spaces and attics
- Able to safely use ladders within the manufacturer’s weight limit of 300 lbs. and be comfortable on ladders up to 40 feet tall
- Physically able to do the job
- Available to work Monday-Friday and Saturdays as needed
- Ability to obtain and maintain licenses / certificates as required
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and provide a current drivers' abstract.
Responsibilities:
- Service and retain an established route, follow a daily schedule, insure timely arrival at each client's home.
- Professional demeanor along with providing a strong line of communication to the client.
- Utilize in-depth training provided to decide on the best and most efficient pest solution for your customer’s needs.
- Conduct inspections to determine the source of activity and provide written explanations and recommendations
- Maintain and keep organized a company vehicle. Professionalism is a must while commuting or in the field to promote and represent the QFI brand.
- Keep up to date your knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and regulations governing structural pesticide application. This includes knowing the biology and morphology of a variety of pests.
- Stay current on the latest developments, trends, and regulations in the structural pest control industry
- Provide superior pest management services and first class customer services to all our clients.
What do we offer?
- Company vehicle & uniforms
- Necessary equipment & material to be a Pest Control Technician
- World class training of the latest industry best practices
- Incentives for excellent customer retention, positive feedback and reviews from customers as well as upselling to current customers
Pay Rate:
- Hourly Rate ($25 and up)
- Paid training
QFI Pest Control is a drug and smoke-free environment.
Applicants must be able to legally work in Canada without sponsorship.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory motor vehicle record check that is checked annually.
Thank you for your interest in working with QFI Pest Control. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company car
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: On the road
