Gene Wilson III

I graduated from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy on April 16, 2021 as a Class 1 Certified Deputy. I am currently serving as Corporal and acting Sergeant of the Bravo Shift in the Patrol Division. I excel in community policing, team building, traffic control, and report writing. I have a proven track record in enhancing public safety through effective de-escalation techniques and strong communication skills when dealing with unstable mental patients, and fostering trust and collaboration within the community. Since I became Bravo Shift Corporal in August of 2025 and acting Bravo Shift Sergeant in February 2026, the team has excelled in traffic/dui detection, report writing, call responsiveness, and team building. While under my supervision, several of our shift deputies have received multiple awards including Deputy of the Quarter and Challenge Coins for exemplary service while on patrol. I served as a Reserve on the Marine Patrol Unit from January 2024-July 2025.

I currently serve as a Board Member for the Mitney Project in Georgetown, SC to assist the lower income neighborhoods with affordable housing, repairs, food assistance, and bill payment.

I acquired my South Carolina Commercial Applicators License in 2007. I used that opportunity to become skilled in business management, sales training, profit management, route management, customer service, fleet management, and team building.

I achieved my GED in 2006. I graduated the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy in 2021. I was selected as Deputy of the Quarter July 26, 2023 for an on duty service call for aiding in a life saving incident. I’ve received multiple service pins from Stop Stick Inc. for successfully deploying Stop Sticks during vehicle pursuits. I’ve attended and completed Active Shooter Training, Advanced Fingerprinting, and Drug Interdiction Classes. I’ve attended and successfully completed Axon Taser Training, Safe Fleet Training, Principals of Supervision and Mid Level Management. I also served as Post Advisor for the Georgetown County Sheriffs Office Post #333 Explorer Program from August 2024-January 2026 where we received multiple post awards for post advisor of the year, applicant growth, and acquired applicant certifications.

I’ve been serving as a South Carolina certified Commercial Applicator since 2007.

I’ve received many sales and service awards throughout my pest, termite, and moisture career including keyman of the month 24 times, keyman of the year three times, salesman of the month over 40 times, salesman of the year six times, regional salesman of the year four times, President Club recipient two times, first in the company in Sentricon sales 1 time, and top 10 sales qualifier for the company eight times.

I was promoted to route supervisor after three years of service where I served for five years. I was promoted to sales manager for four years. I was then promoted to branch manager for five years.

I started my own Crawlspace Moisture control company in 2020. Since owning my business it has been Top Realtor recommended for Crawlspace Encapsulations the last 2 years in a row. My company is also apart of the Litchfield HOA magazine.

SC GED, SC Class 1 Officer, DMT Operator, DUI Detection/SFST Practitioner, Intox DMT Operator, ARIDE, Speed Measurement Device Operator, Axon Taser, CPR, Field Training Officer, and SC School Resource Officer.

Post Advisor SC Boy Scouts of America

South Carolina Certified Commercial Applicator holding certifications in categories 3 (Ornamental & Turf), 7a (General & Household Pest Control, and 8 (Public Health). I’m also certified in Termite Control, Mosquito Control, and a Licensed Home Inspector for Wood Infestation Reports.