Lead Pest Control Technician
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Bonus based on performance
Free uniforms
Lead With Purpose. Protect What Matters. Grow Your Career.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Competitive Pay: Higher hourly base plus commission, bonuses, and tip opportunities Leadership Role: Lead technician responsible for quality, training, and field operations Growth Path: Advancement into Operations Manager or multi-service leadership Training & Licensing: We support and pay for pest control licensing and ongoing training Autonomy: Run service routes and lead the field team with trust and independence Great Culture: A small, veteran-owned, family-run company that values communication, transparency, and fun
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Lead Pest Control Technician to oversee field operations and help grow our service team.
This role is ideal for someone who already has experience in pest control, landscaping, construction, or another home service trade and is ready to take the next step into leadership.
The Lead Technician will perform treatments, lead by example in the field, train new technicians, ensure service quality, and help optimize routes and operations.
If you enjoy being outdoors, take pride in doing high-quality work, and want a leadership role where you can make a real impact, we’d love to meet you.
What You’ll Do
As the Lead Pest Hunters Technician, you will be responsible for both service delivery and field leadership, including:
Deliver professional mosquito and pest control services to residential customers
Lead and mentor technicians while reinforcing best practices in safety and service
Perform detailed property inspections and determine proper treatment plans
Apply treatments using backpack sprayers, granular spreaders, and other equipment
Ensure service quality and troubleshoot treatment challenges in the field
Communicate clearly with customers to build trust and long-term relationships
Assist with route planning, scheduling efficiency, and daily field logistics
Maintain inventory, equipment, and vehicle readiness
Represent the Pest Hunters / Mosquito Hunters brand with professionalism and pride
What We’re Looking For
2+ years experience in pest control or a related field service industry preferred
Leadership experience managing or mentoring technicians
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
Excellent customer communication and relationship-building skills
High attention to detail and commitment to safety
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
Ability to work outdoors in a physical, fast-paced environment
Willingness to obtain or maintain pest control licensing (training provided if needed)
You’ll Stand Out If You Have
Prior licensed pest control experience
Experience running service routes or managing field crews
Background in landscaping, construction, lawn care, or home services
Strong troubleshooting skills for difficult pest issues
Experience training or onboarding new technicians
A leadership mindset with ownership of results
Company Overview
At Pest Hunters Mosquito Hunters of Sioux Empire, we’re not just in the pest control business — we’re in the peace-of-mind business.
We help families take back their yards by providing safe, effective mosquito and pest control services throughout the Sioux Empire.
As a veteran-owned, family-run company, we believe in hard work, integrity, and creating a team where people can grow their careers while serving our community.
When we focus on great service and strong relationships, everything else follows.
If you’re an experienced technician ready to step into a leadership role, we’d love to talk with you.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Pest Hunters/Humbug Corporate.