Pest Control Apprentice

PEST MANAGEMENT APPRENTICE - FULL TIME PAID APPRENTICESHIP

Our apprenticeship is a great opportunity to enter a trade without the cost of higher education classes. Our apprentices are in-training to become NYS DEC certified technicians. They are courteous, observant, empathetic, and focused on serving our customers. They enjoy solving puzzles and tenaciously conquering a challenge. We are a local, family owned business that values and appreciates the contribution of every team member. In addition to paid sick and vacation time, health insurance, and retirement contribution, we also provide all training and pay for exams and ongoing classes to achieve and maintain certification with the NYS DEC for qualified candidates.

WE EXPECT OUR APPRENTICES TO:

• Be motivated to build and maintain excellent customer relations
• Work diligently to learn company service standards at all accounts
• Take personal initiative and responsibility toward solving customer pest problems
• Be an interactive member in a team environment

SUCCESSFUL APPRENTICES WILL:

• Be self motivated
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Make astute observations
• Possess excellent problem solving skills
• Work independently and cooperatively with customers at all levels, including upper management

WE REQUIRE OUR APPRENTICES TO:

• Possess a valid driving record that meets company standards
• Be comfortable working with insects and various animals in a variety of environmental conditions and confined spaces
• Pass a respirator fit test
• Satisfactorily complete initial technical training program
• Possess the physical ability to set up and work off of a 20+ foot extension ladder
• Work independently and manage time appropriately

WHY JOIN THE PERIMETEK PEST MANAGEMENT TEAM?

WORK/LIFE BALANCE

• Family friendly environment and Monday – Friday work schedule
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Holidays at home with family

CAREER ADVANCEMENT

• Competitive starting pay
• Paid classroom and field training
• Potential to earn NYS-DEC licenses and increase earning potential

REWARDING MISSION

• Contribute as part of a team of professionals who are working to secure public health
• Satisfaction in creative problem solving for businesses across Upstate NY
• Protect families and homes from potential pest invaders

A LEADING COMPANY

• The only Urban Entomology Lab in Central NY
• Innovative R&D team working to solve the most difficult pest challenges
• Active in state and national industry associations
• An advocate for ecological solutions to age old pest problems

A STABLE INDUSTRY

• Track record of market growth every year
• Consistent year-round work
• Recession-proof industry