KEES TESTA
Akron
Summary
Skilled Pest Control Technician with background in residential and commercial pest management. Possess strong knowledge of safe chemical handling procedures and techniques for eradicating a wide range of pests. Have demonstrated ability to educate clients on preventative measures, ensuring long-term results. Previous work has resulted in high client satisfaction rates due to effective pest control solutions and excellent customer service skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Pest Control Technician
Orkin Pest Control/TNT
Macedonia
09.2017 - Current
- Repaired damaged parts of buildings such as walls, floors and ceilings caused by pests.
- Inspected storage facilities for signs of food contamination due to rodent or insect activity.
- Identified potential entry points for pests and sealed them off with caulking or other materials.
- Completed detailed reports after each job detailing the work completed along with any recommendations made.
- Provided recommendations on how best to reduce future pest infestation problems through preventive measures like exclusion methods and habitat modification.
- Performed follow-up visits to ensure that treatments were successful in eliminating pest problems.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls related to severe pest problems during evenings, weekends or holidays when necessary.
- Educated customers on proper sanitation practices to help prevent future infestations of pests.
- Mixed chemicals according to label directions in order to create effective solutions for treating pests.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations governing the use of pesticides.
- Maintained records of all services performed including type of service provided, location treated and chemical used.
- Installed traps around buildings to capture rodents and other animals that may be causing damage or health hazards.
- Operated specialized equipment such as fumigation chambers or steamers safely per manufacturer instructions.
- 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.
- Diagnosed pest issues based on observed evidence such as droppings, tracks or nests.
- Used ladders or lifts when necessary for access into attics or crawl spaces where pests may be found.
- Monitored customer complaints regarding pest activity in order to identify problem areas requiring additional treatment.
- Performed inspections of customer premises to assess pest infestations and determine appropriate treatments.
- Cleaned up contaminated areas by removing dead insects, droppings and nesting materials from the treated area.
- Maintained knowledge and adhered to state rules and regulations.
- Adhered to safety procedures when applying pesticides to reduce exposure to people and animals.
- Identified infestations and isolated sources with physical inspections of premises.
- Utilized appropriate protective gear and equipment during application.
- Detailed every job in well-written report, pointing out sanitation and structural issues that could result in pest activity.
- Followed all company protocols when applying pesticides on the inside and outside of structures.
- Calculated fumigant and chemical applications requirements based on size of building and exterior footprint.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hudson High School
Hudson,ohio06-2010
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Kent State University
Kent, OHSkills
- Pest identification
- Chemical application
- Regulatory compliance
- Equipment operation
Certification
Commercial applicator ID# 149050 CATEGORIES 10A, 10D, 7, CORE
Timeline
Lead Pest Control Technician
Orkin Pest Control/TNT
09.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Hudson High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Kent State University