Careers at Critter Authority
At Critter Authority, we pride ourselves on being a leading, family-owned business specializing in humane wildlife removal, pest control, insulation, roofing services, crawl space waterproofing in Richmond, Virginia and the surrounding areas.
Open Positions
Critter Authority, a leading force in Wildlife Removal, Pest Control, Crawl Space Services, and Home Repair in Richmond, VA, is on the hunt for an energetic and persuasive Sales Specialist to join our expanding home services team!
We are looking for the right candidate to join our team. We will provide you with qualified leads. The customers have called us and already invited us into their homes for problems they are looking to be addressed. We serve various different market sectors (Wildlife Removal & Repair, Rodent & Pest Control, Crawl Space Services & Insulation Services).
We value our employees and highly appreciate the skill that a sales professional brings to the team, and so we compensate accordingly. Critter Authority is looking for a candidate that will shine, grow, and contribute to the overall success of the team and company.
What will you do?
- – Drive to potential customers home and conduct inspections and appointments
- – Meet or exceeds sales goals
- – Write proposals for each customer account which include photographs, instructions, diagrams, pricing lists and job worksheets
- – Provide follow-up to customers by phone and re-visits the customer as necessary
- – Maintain and build customer relationships with Critter Authority
What is required?- – 1+ year of sales experience
- – 1+ years of experience in the residential real estate, home inspection, roofing sales or home improvement industries is a plus
Must be able to use a 32 foot extension ladder (REQUIRED)- – Some construction experience is preferred.
- – Strong listening, closing, and follow-up skills
- – Previous work with wildlife or pest control is a major plus
- – Ability to work in tight spaces
- – A valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
- – Basic computer skills
- – Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
What can you gain?
– Be an instrumental part of a well-known company that continues to grow every year and is never satisfied with being anything less than the best
– Training for your personal and professional development
– High income potential
Pay: $35,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year
Compensation Package:
– Bonus opportunities
– Commission pay
– Sick Pay
– Vacation Time
Critter Authority, a top wildlife and pest control company in Richmond, VA is seeking a Small Repair & Wildlife Trapping Technician to join our growing team.
This role is responsible for completing pre-sold jobs, including animal seal-outs, exclusion work, painting, and minor construction repairs. The technician will also serve as the designated Wildlife Trapper, checking traps at customers’ homes, removing captured wildlife humanely, resetting traps, and re-baiting as needed.
If you enjoy hands-on work, problem-solving, working outdoors, and being part of a strong team – this role may be a great fit.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete wildlife seal-outs and exclusion repairs
- Perform small home repairs (fascia, soffits, vents, painting, minor carpentry)
- Inspect and identify wildlife entry points
- Set, check, remove, reset, and re-bait wildlife traps
- Safely remove animals in close proximity
- Work on roofs, attics, crawlspaces, and tight areas
- Use extension ladders and basic construction tools safely
- Communicate clearly with homeowners
- Represent the company professionally at all times
This position requires close proximity to wild animals, so fear of wildlife will be a disqualification. Ability to use and comfort with extension ladders is a necessity as well as accessing and working on roofs, attics, and crawlspaces. The ideal candidate takes pride in quality workmanship, communicates well with customers, and shows up ready to work every day.
Wildlife experience is a plus but we’re willing to train the right person who brings the right attitude and skill set. Must have good driving record, able to pass drug test, and background check.
If you’re dependable, understand the basics of home repairs, and are ready to build a long-term career, this role may be right for you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 – $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Richmond, VA In person