Link Builder

Junior-Level Link Builder

Fox Pest Control is seeking a junior-level link builder with a passion for entrepreneurship and a self-employed mentality. Our ideal candidate will be interested in search engine optimization, analytics, reporting, link building, and keyword research. Ongoing training and mentorship will be provided. A desire to learn and excellent communication skills are a must! As a link builder, you will be responsible for growing our website's authority by earning high-quality backlinks from relevant organizations and websites.

You will research potential opportunities, evaluate each prospect for SEO value and brand alignment, communicate with organizations to establish partnerships, and secure links that strengthen our online presence, improve search rankings, and support lead generation efforts. You will also manage existing backlink partnerships by tracking renewal timelines, coordinating renewals with partner organizations, and ensuring valuable links remain active and continue to support our long-term SEO strategy.

Founded in 2012, Fox Pest Control has experienced dramatic growth over the last several years, ranking on the INC 5000 list two years in a row and was awarded the Utah Business Magazine Fast 50 award in 2022. With over 30 locations nationwide in 15 states, Fox's growth is attributed to its solid core values and mission to develop confident leaders and empower individuals to provide strong, outstanding service.

We aren't just a pest control company that provides top-quality service. Our number one priority is to develop and strengthen lasting relationships with our employees, customers, and anyone we contact. By building up leaders and maintaining positive relationships with our customers, we work to make a difference in the lives of our employees and community. We focus on relationships first and service always.

Responsibilities:

Essential functions:

• Link prospecting & placement - assist in organization and management of link building, including research, phone/email outreach, acquisition, tracking, and follow up
• Review, renew, and manage prior link placements
• Facilitate communication between our local branches
• Assist with various one-off internet marketing projects

Competencies:

• Multitasking
• Attention to detail
• Diligence
• Self-starter and a self-employed mentality
• Organization skills

What we offer:

• Competitive hourly rate of $18/hr - $19/hr
• Positive and empowering workplace culture
• Flexible work schedule
• Hands-on training
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• 401k with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Rapidly growing company with a large growth potential

Qualifications:

Experience/education:

• Previous link building experience a plus
• Ability to multi-task with solid time management skills
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Enthusiasm about marketing and the internal drive to continuously learn in order to keep up with the latest trends
• Ability to measure the effectiveness of strategy and make decisions based on data
• Exceptional critical thinking and strategic thinking skills
• Extremely organized and great at managing to deadlines
• Proactive, self-starter
• Strong writer
• Great written and verbal communication skills

Position type and expected hours of work:

• Full-time position
• Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm
• Hybrid schedule – two in-office days, three work from home days

Work environment:

• Conventional indoor office environment
• Seated around other team members

Physical demands:

• Long periods of sitting, typing, and looking/using a computer
• Minimal bending, lifting and/or driving

Fox Pest Control is an equal opportunity / protected veterans / individuals with disabilities employer.