Wildlife Control Technician

At Ned's Home, we value your skills, reward your hard work, and invest in your future. We're proud to be recognized as a USA Today Top Workplace for 2025! This award is based on our employee feedback and recognizes outstanding workplace culture. Founded in 1965, Ned's Home has grown into the world's largest gutter cleaning company—while still maintaining the traditional values we were built on. We treat every customer as if they were our only customer. Job Overview If you're looking for more than just a job, Ned's Home offers a long-term career opportunity in a growing and recession-resistant industry. We are seeking an experienced Wildlife Control & Mosquito Technician to help launch and grow our expanding Wildlife Division. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated technician to play a foundational role in building a professional wildlife program within an established and rapidly growing company. The primary focus of this role will be wildlife inspections, trapping, exclusion, and wildlife-related services. As the division continues to grow, the technician will also perform mosquito and tick control services to maintain a consistent, full-time workload and support seasonal operational needs. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on wildlife trapping experience who also enjoys working independently in the field, solving problems for customers, and contributing to the growth of a new service line. Responsibilities Wildlife Services Perform wildlife inspections for residential and commercial properties Identify wildlife entry points, nesting areas, and structural vulnerabilities Safely trap and remove nuisance wildlife in accordance with NJ regulations Perform humane wildlife relocation and removal services Install exclusion materials including screens, vent covers, chimney caps, flashing, and preventative barriers Complete minor exclusion and repair work to prevent wildlife re-entry Educate customers on wildlife prevention and exclusion recommendations Mosquito & Tick Services Perform mosquito and tick applications for residential properties Apply treatments safely and in compliance with NJ pesticide regulations Inspect properties for conducive conditions and breeding areas Provide customers with recommendations for mosquito and tick prevention General Responsibilities Maintain detailed service records and inspection reports Operate company vehicles and equipment safely and professionally Maintain cleanliness and organization of company vehicles and equipment Collaborate with management and office staff to deliver excellent customer service Follow all company safety standards and operational procedures Requirements Flexible availability including occasional evenings or weekends as needed! Valid New Jersey Driver's License with clean driving record Valid NJ Pesticide Applicator License — Category 7A required Valid NJ Wildlife Control Operator License required Previous wildlife trapping and exclusion experience required Experience with nuisance wildlife including raccoons, squirrels, bats, rodents, skunks, birds, and similar species preferred Experience performing mosquito, tick, or general pest control applications preferred Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Strong communication and customer service skills Proficiency using mobile applications, service software, and electronic documentation systems Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly This employer participates in E-Verify!

Pay:

$26.00 - $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Paid time off Paid training People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

wildlife: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Wildlife Control Operator License (Required) Pesticide Applicator License — Category 7A (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person