Wood Repair Technician – Pest Control Company
Company: Vester Pest Control
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24-$26 per hour, plus performance bonuses
Schedule: Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime as needed
Location: San Diego County
Position Overview
Vester Pest Control is hiring a dependable and experienced Wood Repair Technician to complete termite-related wood repairs at residential and commercial properties throughout San Diego County.
This position is ideal for someone with hands-on carpentry and construction experience who takes pride in producing clean, professional work. You will work from termite inspection reports and scopes of work to remove and replace damaged wood, complete structural and cosmetic repairs, and ensure each job is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
Responsibilities
- Remove and replace termite-damaged, dry-rotted, or deteriorated wood
- Complete repairs to fascia boards, eaves, rafters, roof trim, siding, decks, patio covers, door frames, window frames, and other wood components
- Read and follow termite inspection reports, diagrams, and repair scopes
- Measure, cut, install, and finish wood and related building materials
- Perform basic framing, carpentry, patching, caulking, sanding, and painting
- Identify additional damage or repair needs and communicate them to management
- Take before-and-after photos and properly document completed work
- Maintain tools, equipment, materials, and company vehicles
- Keep job sites clean, organized, and safe
- Communicate professionally with homeowners, property managers, real estate agents, inspectors, and other team members
- Complete assigned jobs on schedule while maintaining quality standards
- Follow all company procedures and applicable safety requirements
Qualifications
- Previous experience in carpentry, wood repair, construction, remodeling, roofing, or a related trade
- Strong working knowledge of wood repair techniques and common building materials
- Ability to safely operate saws, drills, nail guns, ladders, and other hand and power tools
- Ability to read measurements and follow written repair instructions
- Valid driver’s license with a clean and insurable driving record
- Reliable transportation to the company office or assigned starting location
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
- Ability to work on ladders, roofs, raised platforms, and in confined spaces
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently
- Professional appearance and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience completing termite or dry-rot repairs
- Experience working from Wood-Destroying Organism reports
- Knowledge of structural and finish carpentry
- Experience with stucco, drywall, painting, roofing, or exterior repairs
- Branch 3 Field Representative or Applicator license is a plus but is not required
- Bilingual English and Spanish is a plus
Compensation and Benefits
- Starting pay of $24-$26 per hour
- Bonuses tied to job completion, efficiency, and quality
- Full-time, year-round work
- Opportunities for overtime
- Paid training on company processes and termite repair standards
- Company-provided tools, materials, and vehicle for assigned work
- Opportunities for advancement as the company grows
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who can be trusted to represent Vester Pest Control professionally in customers’ homes. The right candidate works efficiently without cutting corners, communicates clearly, and takes ownership of each project from start to finish.
Vester Pest Control is an equal-opportunity employer. Employment is contingent upon verification of driving eligibility and any other job-related screening required by the company.
Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Fuel card
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
Work Location: In person
