Commercial Pest Technician
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough inspections of client properties to identify signs of pest infestations, damage, and entry points.
- Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, to effectively eliminate pests while adhering to safety standards.
- Provide educational services to customers on pest prevention methods and the importance of maintaining a pest-free environment.
- Offer advice on how to reduce the risk of future infestations.
- Schedule and confirm appointments with clients, help with sales to current customers, and expand the company's product offerings to new customers.
- Maintain all pest control equipment in good working condition.
- Operate a company provided service vehicle safely and adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations regarding pest control products and safety protocols.
Requirements
- A clean shaven face for safety reasons (rebreathers have to be able to seal your face).
- A high school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A valid driver’s license from the state of residence.
- Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills and the ability to present information in both internal and external settings.
- Basic math skills — add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- The ability to follow instructions for mixing on product labels.
- Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by us).
Qualifications
- Customer-facing experience preferred.
Skills
- Ability to work in tight, confined spaces.
- Experience working around animals, insects, and termites.
- Knowledge of mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals.
- Ability to drive a company provided service vehicle safely.
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), like an OSHA-compliant respirator.
Benefits
We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. We are extremely proud of our legacy of excellence and constantly work to fulfill our mission to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet."
Full-time colleagues start day 1 with benefits including:
- Professional and personal growth opportunities.
- Training and development programs.
- Tuition reimbursement benefits.
- Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Savings and retirement benefits through a 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
- Work-life balance with vacation days, sick days, company-paid holidays, and floating holidays.
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