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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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James Foster

Garland

Summary

Hardworking professional with dedicated work ethic, keen attention to detail and thriving in self-motivated settings. Managing multiple, concurrent projects to completion with attention to quality and timeliness.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager/Operator Technician

Lakeside Pest Control
Garland
12.1999 - Current
  • Supervised daily operations for pest control services across residential and commercial properties.
  • Led a team of 2 employees, ensuring high productivity and excellent customer service.
  • Trained and mentored staff on pest control techniques and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated schedules for service teams to optimize daily routes and efficiency.
  • Managed inventory of pest control supplies and equipment for smooth operations.
  • Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety and health regulations.
  • Collaborated with clients to assess needs and recommend appropriate pest control strategies.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
  • Operated pest control equipment for safe application of treatments.
  • Maintained accurate records of services performed and materials used.
  • Utilized hand tools such as saws, rotary hammer drills, wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers when performing repairs.

Service Technician

Lakeside Pest Control
Garland
04.1986 - 12.2019
  • Inspected premises for pest activity and identified treatment needs.
  • Applied appropriate pest control treatments using safe and effective methods.
  • Identified potential entry points for pests and sealed them off with caulking or other materials.
  • Identified pest issues, placed traps and bait and removed dead pests after extermination.
  • Adhered to safety regulations and industry standards during all service operations.
  • Mixed chemicals according to label directions in order to create effective solutions for treating pests.
  • Conducted interior and exterior applications of insecticides, herbicides, rodenticides, growth regulators and other products using hand or power sprayers, dusters and foggers.
  • Communicated with customers regarding any safety concerns they may have prior to performing any treatments.
  • Educated clients on pest prevention techniques and maintenance practices.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly.
  • Maintained knowledge and adhered to state rules and regulations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bryan Adams High School
Dallas, TX
06-1982

Skills

  • Professionalism
  • Effective communication
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Resourcefulness
  • Safety awareness
  • Professionalism
  • Documentation and reporting

Certification

  • State of Texas Certified Applicator in General Pest Control, Termite Control, and Lawn and Ornamental Pest Control

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Manager/Operator Technician

Lakeside Pest Control
12.1999 - Current

Service Technician

Lakeside Pest Control
04.1986 - 12.2019

High School Diploma -

Bryan Adams High School

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