Ralph Mendez
Indio,CA
Summary
Results-driven Pest Control Technician with a proven track record at Powerful Pest Control, excelling in customer service and high-volume transaction processing. Adept at diagnosing pest issues and implementing effective treatment plans, fostering client loyalty while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Proficient in documentation and inventory management, enhancing operational efficiency.
Certified Pest Control Technician extensively trained in safety protocols. Real team player enthusiastic about meeting new people.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Pest Control Technician
Powerful Pest Control
06.2026 - Current
- Conduct thorough interior and exterior property evaluations to identify pest activity, nesting sites, entry points, and moisture or structural
conditions that attract pests.
• Safely apply EPA registered insecticides, rodenticides, and eco friendly solutions using sprayers, dusters, traps, and exclusion equipment
following strict label guidelines.
• Communicate clearly with residential and commercial clients to explain treatment plans, answer questions, and offer preventative
recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to upsell services, build trust, and turn your route into a loyal customer base.
• Accurately document chemical usage, service tickets, and digital inspection reports using a company provided mobile device.
• Maintain clean equipment, properly wear personal protective equipment (PPE), and strictly adhere to state and federal safety regulations.
• Conducted moisture-focused inspections in crawlspaces and attics to recommend corrective fixes that decreased pest sightings.
• Installed targeted rodent bait stations and monitored tamper-evident seals to track activity without disturbing occupants.
Dishwasher
Coachella Valley Rescue Mission
12.2025 - 06.2026
- Keep dish room and equipment clean and organized
- Loaded and operated dishwashing equipment to support timely meal service.
- Work quickly to keep up with the pace of the restaurant and team
- Contribute to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment
- Cleaned dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment following sanitation and food safety procedures.
- Disposed of trash and maintained tidy work areas throughout kitchen operations.
- Swept and mopped floors to maintain safe, sanitary kitchen conditions.
Ministry Volunteer
Set Free Ministries
03.2023 - 11.2025
- Coordinated volunteer schedules and ministry assignments to maintain consistent event coverage.
- Facilitated outreach activities, supporting community engagement and service delivery.
- Mentored new volunteers on ministry procedures, expectations, and communication standards.
- Organized donation sorting, inventory, and distribution for resource assistance efforts.
- Assisted with prayer support, counseling preparation, and follow-up communication.
- Managed event setup, materials preparation, and teardown for worship and outreach gatherings.
Dishwasher
Mario's Italian Cafe
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Sorted and stored clean supplies, ensuring organized and accessible kitchen inventory.
- Assisted kitchen staff with basic food prep and cleanup tasks as needed.
- Followed infection control guidelines while handling soiled items and cleaning chemicals.
- Adapted quickly to fast-paced service demands while completing routine cleaning assignments.
Water Heater Technician
American Standard Water Heaters
01.2011 - 02.2017
- Assemble water heaters
- Count Inventory
- Shipping/ Receiving
- Data entry on oracle system
- Will call orders
- Forklift operator
- Pressure test heaters
- customer service
- QC reports
- Order Pulling
- Diagnosed water heater malfunctions and identified faulty components for repair
Education
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
Corona, CA06.1988
Skills
- Dependable and reliable
- Safety protocols
- Chemicals handling
- Pest removal
- Equipment and tools
- Safety precautions and procedures
- Pest identification
- Pest control treatments
- Pesticide applications
- Warehouse operations
- Forklift operation
- Handheld RF scanner
Certification
- Pest Control Applicators License
- Food Handlers Card
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Pest Control Technician
Powerful Pest Control
06.2026 - Current
Dishwasher
Coachella Valley Rescue Mission
12.2025 - 06.2026
Ministry Volunteer
Set Free Ministries
03.2023 - 11.2025
Dishwasher
Mario's Italian Cafe
04.2022 - 03.2023
Water Heater Technician
American Standard Water Heaters
01.2011 - 02.2017
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School