Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Lance Anderson

Lance Anderson

Palm Bay,FL

Summary

With a proven track record at Rentokil-Terminix Commercial, I excel in Integrated Pest Management and fostering client loyalty. My expertise in entomological identification and exceptional communication skills have driven significant achievements, including winning the Emerald sales competition twice. I am committed to advancing safety and efficiency in pest control, demonstrating a steadfast work ethic and strategic problem-solving abilities.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pest Control Specialist

rentokil-terminix commercial
Melbourne, FL
12.1989 - 01.2025
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies, and security practices.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
  • Maintaining my CEU, and keeping up to date with my Florida State license.
  • Receiving my pest management, food processing, and handling facilities certificates.
  • Receive my certificate from AIB International's field mentoring training program, Sentricon training program, and Safety First certificate.
  • Won the Emerald sales competition for the year twice.
  • Detailed every job in well-written report, pointing out sanitation and structural issues that could result in pest activity.
  • Calculated fumigant and chemical applications requirements based on size of building and exterior footprint.
  • Coordinated with property owners and managers to schedule treatments at convenient times.
  • Provided advice on preventive measures such as proper sanitation practices, storage techniques, and exclusion methods.
  • Utilized Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies to minimize the environmental impact of pest control measures.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Commercial Pest Control Technician

Minuteman Pest Control
Melbourne, FL
03.1987 - 12.1989
  • Utilized Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies to minimize the environmental impact of pest control measures.
  • Provided detailed reports on all activities completed during a shift.
  • Kept abreast of changes in industry standards related to pest control practices.
  • Followed company policies and procedures when conducting inspections or applying treatments.
  • Maintained knowledge and adhered to state rules and regulations.
  • Attended workshops and seminars hosted by employer to keep current on methods regarding pest control.
  • Worked independently to manage daily schedules and route planning efficiently.
  • I received my GHP from the State of Florida.

Pest Control Technician

quality pest control
Fort Lauderdale, FL
05.1984 - 02.1987
  • This is where I started my career in pest control.
  • Servicing 10 to 12 condominiums along with commercial accounts.
  • Also started doing fumigations on homes.
  • I started to sharpen my brand in sales and service, and I realized that once we moved, I was going to continue my career in this field.

Real Estate Consultant

Self-employeed
Lauderdale, FL
01.1982 - 02.1984
  • Cultivated strong client connections, building trust to foster loyalty and long-term business connections.
  • Organized open houses and other events to promote properties for sale or rent.
  • Drafted contracts, purchase agreements, closing statements and leases.
  • Provided guidance and advice to clients on the best real estate investments.

Sales Manager

Edison brother inc
North Miami, FL
08.1978 - 01.1982
  • Participated in negotiations with vendors regarding product purchases or contracts.
  • Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
  • Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.
  • Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
  • Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
  • Directed and coordinated products, services and sales activities.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.

Education

No Degree -

Brevard Community College
Brevard Florida
05-1993

High School Diploma -

Eau Gallie High
Melbourne, FL
09-1979

Skills

  • Health Safety Management
  • Pesticide Handling Safety
  • Chemical application
  • Preventative Risk Management
  • Termite treatment
  • Effective Rodent Control Strategies
  • Effective Bed Bug Treatment
  • Integrated pest management
  • Entomological Identification Skills
  • Strategic Problem Analysis
  • Steadfast Work Ethic
  • Impeccable Driving Record
  • Specification Development Expertise
  • Strategic Upselling Skills
  • Customer Loyalty Strategies
  • Lead Generation Calls
  • Sociable Interaction
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Client Engagement Skills
  • Strong Communication Abilities

Affiliations

  • Very active outdoors enjoy walking socializing with friends and neighbors.
  • Enjoy cooking
  • Traveling riding my bike
  • Fishing and kayaking

Accomplishments

Receiving my pest management food processing and handling facilities May twenty fourth two thousand nineteen.

  • sales achievement for Central Florida region 2008.
  • Safety first recognition award 2008.
  • Safety first Certification of recognition
  • Training program for the sentricon termite baiting system.
  • AIB Certificate for food handling and warehouse inspections,
  • wood infestation report training course

Certification

I have a Florida State pest control license which is current and up to date.

Timeline

Pest Control Specialist

rentokil-terminix commercial
12.1989 - 01.2025

Commercial Pest Control Technician

Minuteman Pest Control
03.1987 - 12.1989

Pest Control Technician

quality pest control
05.1984 - 02.1987

Real Estate Consultant

Self-employeed
01.1982 - 02.1984

Sales Manager

Edison brother inc
08.1978 - 01.1982

No Degree -

Brevard Community College

High School Diploma -

Eau Gallie High
Lance Anderson