Joshua Foster is the Executive Director at Zap Termite & Pest Control, which services Sacramento, California, and its surrounding areas. Joshua has been with the company for over five years, helping the team revolutionize pest control treatments and customer service initiatives. Before diving into the pest control space, he spent 12 years working for the city of Sacramento in the water treatment department.

In this episode…

Most people don’t grow up dreaming of becoming a pest control technician. But it’s a necessary service, and many people who wind up in the industry love their jobs. So how do you attract talent and foster enthusiasm for pest control?

One strategy Joshua Foster uses to make the pest control business exciting is a creative-centered process. Instead of using a cookie-cutter approach to business operations, he ensures team members can use their imagination and unique skill sets to deliver quality service. Additionally, Joshua makes sure employees are paid well, have ample vacation time, and develop strong relationships with the leadership team.

In this episode of the Multiply You Podcast, Austin Clark is joined by Joshua Foster, Executive Director at Zap Termite & Pest Control, to talk about tips to make the pest control industry appealing and attract new talent. Joshua also discusses his journey into pest control, the challenges Zap has faced since the pandemic, and his thoughts on the future of pest control.