PCT Announces Technicians of the Year

The annual awards, sponsored by BASF Pest Control Solutions, recognize a trio of service professionals in the residential, commercial and termite categories. The 2015 winners are Larry Bloechl, Wil-Kil Pest Control (residential category); Peter Gorman, Waltham Services (commercial category); and Luis Colon, Heron Home & Outdoor (termite category).


CLEVELAND — PCT is proud to announce the 2015 Technicians of the Year: Larry Bloechl, Wil-Kil Pest Control (residential category); Peter Gorman, Waltham Services (commercial category); and Luis Colon, Heron Home & Outdoor (termite category). The annual awards, sponsored by BASF Pest Control Solutions, recognize a trio of service professionals in the residential, commercial and termite categories.  

“PCT is proud to shine the spotlight on Larry, Peter and Luis for their standout service to their companies, customers and communities,” said PCT Managing Editor and Internet Editor Brad Harbison. “Their commitment and dedication is representative of the many men and women working in the pest control industry today.”
 
A brief description of each winner follows:
 
Larry Bloechl, Wil-Kil Pest Control, Appleton, Wis. (residential category) —  A 37-year veteran of the pest control industry, Bloechl is praised by his coworkers and customers for his dedication, expertise, strong work ethic, and willingness to lend a hand whenever necessary. His service focuses on prevention first and material application last. Read his entire profile.
 
Peter Gorman, Waltham Services, Waltham, Mass. (commercial category) —  Gorman, who has been with Waltham Services for 26 years, handles many of the company’s most important accounts with an eye for detail and a consistent level of superior service. Gorman uses many techniques in treating his accounts, including pest management evaluation and monitoring controls prior to taking any pest control action. Read his entire profile.
 
Luis Colon, Heron Home & Outdoor, Apopka, Fla. (termite category) —  For more than 18 years, Colon has exhibited a strong work ethic and exemplary customer service skills. Moreover, his ability to show compassion for not only his peers but for his customers is unmatched. As a termite technician, Colon has become an expert at performing inspections and making treatments in enclosed areas such as crawlspaces and attics. Read his entire profile.
 
During the last 19 years, PCT and its sponsor — BASF Pest Control Solutions — have recognized a trio of service professionals in the residential, commercial and termite categories for their outstanding service to their customers, companies and communities. 
 
This year’s winners will be recognized during a special ceremony at NPMA Legislative Day in March. The 2016 program will be launched in April. For more information about the program email bharbison@gie.net