Pest Control Technician

Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARY:Provide pest control services for all stores and facilities within the organization. Assist in the overall efforts of brand protection, food safety, and customer experience through a proactive approach to facility inspections and treatment of pests. THIS ROLE IS LOCATED IN ST LOUIS, MISSOURI.ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:•Perform a thorough inspection of sanitation, mechanical properties, current levels of pest activity, and conditions of food products within all facilities to ensure operational compliance while eliminating pests andor conducive conditions.•Provide knowledge to teammates and management at all facilities about how their responsibilities and decisions contribute to the overall success of the company and directly affect the experiences of our customers.•Apply pesticides and related items based on sound decision making and best practices of the industry to resolve pest problems in a cost effective and timely fashion.•Maintain and repairs essential equipment to perform the everyday functions of our department.•Perform other duties as assigned.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:•Required Education: High school education.•Other Requirements: Currently hold or have the ability to attain Commercial Applicators Certification in the state of operation within one year of hiring. Licensed vehicle operator.•Minimum Years of Pest Control Experience: Preference given to currentlyformerly licensed candidates with 1+ year experience. •Willing to train prospective candidatesREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:•Computer literate with Windows and Apple equipment and software.•Ability to communicate and garner support from teammates at various levels.•Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time.•Ability to routinely lift items over 25-50 lbs.•Entry level construction and mechanical abilities, including troubleshooting.•Ability to operate specialized equipment including power industrial lifts, booms, and associated machinery.•Ability to correctly assess sanitation levels and document conditions.•Self motivation and able to work independently.FORMAL POLICY SETTING:•Provide input to the next highest level.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:•Walking: 12 Day•Standing: 12 Day•Lifting: 25 to 50 lbs•Travel: 50 - 75%•Work Environment: Work with wildlife, pests, etc. on a daily basis. Work environment includes wet, dusty and both cold and hot environments; daily use of chemicals (pesticides, rodenticides, herbicides); and work outside normal business hours including overtimeon-call support as needed.The above statements describe the job's essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.Additional Requirements - Internal Candidates:StoreFacility Teammates: minimum of six months employment with Schnucks preferred.Store Support Center Teammates: minimum of one year employment with Schnucks preferred.Must be in good standing (not on a performance improvement plan or active discipline).If invited for an interview, must have manager approval based on performance.Schnucks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Created: 2025-02-26