Pest Controller jobs in Springfield, IL

Why Fox Pest Control?

Whatever your goals are, we believe every person has the potential to be a leader . Our teams are built on all of us working together to help every team member truly feel known, valued, and inspired.

Apart from an unrivaled culture, we provide competitive compensation, benefits, and training to set you up for success. Our Pest Control Technician Pathway program is particularly unique in giving technicians a clear way to advance their careers and compensation through job skills, knowledge, and leadership training!

What we offer

• Base pay from $18.50-$22 / hr DOE
• Additional commission and bonus opportunities (top techs make up to $60k / yr)
• Paid training, licensing, and certifications
• Eligibility for performance-based raise as soon as 90 days
• Benefits
• Day 1 medical, dental, and vision
• 401k with 4% company match, no vesting period
• PTO (after 30 days)
• Paid holidays and sick leave
• Company vehicle, gas card, tablet equipment, and products

Opportunity & Development

• A real opportunity for growth (30% company growth and 120 internal promotions last year)
• A merit-based "technician pathway" program with specific requirements and milestones leading to promotions and pay increases
• An individualized leadership plan focused on helping you achieve personal aspirations and goals

What is the job? - "A Day in the Life"

You will have the perfect mix of independence and building relationships with others. Each day you will take ownership over getting everything ready to serve your customers and execute your assigned route with the highest level of care and respect.

A large part of your responsibilities include speaking face-to-face with your customers. You must build genuine relationships, set expectations, and resolve concerns.

Each of your visits will include :

• Preparing the specific materials for that customer's unique needs
• Letting the customer know you are on your way
• Knocking on the door and greeting the customer
• Performing the service
• Reporting in person and detailed notes on what you saw, did, and recommended for the customers' continued pest protection.
• Proceed to the next customer

What you need

• A positive, people-focused attitude
• Desire to grow as an individual

Able to :

• Lift 50 pounds regularly
• Build positive relationships
• Effectively communicate value to customers
• Learn how to analyze pest activity, explain it to customers, and take action
• Learn / follow servicing protocols to apply chemical solutions / products
• Must be 21 years of age or older for insurance purposes
• A valid driver's license, authorized to work in the US

What will set you apart?

• Experience in manual labor, service routes, or outdoor work
• Face-to-face customer service experience and people skills
• Current pest control license or previous experience with pest control or pesticides
• Desire to learn and develop as an individual and leader

What is the next step?

At Fox, we take the decision to hire someone into our organization very seriously. We strive to have every position filled by the candidate who will thrive the most.

As part of the application process, we use a unique screening approach with properly validated, non-discriminatory, and legally compliant assessments.

You must submit an assessment of approximately 8-12 minutes to complete your application.

All technician candidates can expect the following hiring process.

Application Assessment Review Interview Offer

• Application - You fill out personal information and apply
• Assessment -Check your email / texts for the assessment link. Complete the assessment!
• Review - We review your application
• Interview - The local Hiring Manager schedules and conducts an interview
• Offer - The Hiring Manager offers you the position, and onboarding begins

You may be informed that you will not be moving forward at any point.

Who is Fox?

Founded in 2012, Fox Pest Control has experienced dramatic growth over the last several years, ranking on the INC 5000 list two years in a row and was awarded the Utah Business Magazine Fast 50 award in 2022.

With over 30 locations nationwide in 15 states, Fox's growth is attributed to its solid core values and mission to develop confident leaders and empower individuals to provide strong, outstanding service.

We aren't just a pest control company that provides top-quality service. Our number one priority is to develop and strengthen lasting relationships with our employees, customers, and anyone we contact.

By building up leaders and maintaining positive relationships with our customers, we work to make a difference in the lives of our employees and community.

We focus on RELATIONSHIPS FIRST and SERVICE ALWAYS.

To learn more about Fox and view additional opportunities, visit our careers site at fox-pest / careers

Fox Pest Control does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, military service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply.

Please contact for assistance with accommodations.

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Last updated : 2024-04-24