Joseph Brakefield moved to Mobile, AL in 1999. He was a railroad conductor for 28 years.  He was union president, legislative representative for United Transportation Union – for local chapter.

He got his private applicator license in 2000.  He received a Certificate of entomology from Auburn 2012.  In 2012, He got his own license and certification to offer the great customer service to the clients he served.  2013, Joseph started PesTech Pest Control.