Pest Technician

About the role

The primary purpose of this role is to perform industry-leading pest management services for residential customers. You will be responsible for identifying and eliminating pests from residential properties by conducting thorough inspections, determining the type of pest infestation, applying appropriate treatments like pesticides and traps, and providing preventative measures to prevent future infestations, all while adhering to safety regulations and communicating with clients about pest control solutions.

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
• Educate customers on pest prevention methods and the importance of maintaining a pest-free environment; provide advice on how to reduce the risk of future infestations
• Build relationships with customers, schedule and confirm appointments, help with sales to current customers, and expand products to new customers
• Ensure that all pest control equipment is properly maintained, stocked, and in good working condition
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations regarding pest control products and safety protocols
• Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle (routine maintenance provided)

Requirements

• Clean-shaven face (for safety reasons — respirators must seal properly)
• High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Possess a valid driver’s license from state of residence
• Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by the company)
• Available to work Monday–Friday and weekends as needed
• Open to learning and becoming knowledgeable in all areas of pest control
• Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
• Basic math skills — ability to follow instructions for mixing on product labels
• Customer-facing experience preferred

Essential job functions

• Working in tight, confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, narrow aisles, or passageways
• Working around animals, insects, and termites
• Working around mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights and scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals (training provided for safe handling)
• Able to work both inside and outside in local climate in company-provided weather gear
• Regularly sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling; up and down stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including an OSHA-compliant respirator

Benefits

Benefits start day 1 for full-time colleagues with no waiting period. The company is part of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in pest control across more than 90 countries.

• Professional and Personal Growth
  • Multiple avenues to grow your career
  • Training and development programs available
  • Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for full-time colleagues)
• Health and Wellness
  • Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more
  • Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1
• Savings and Retirement
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions
• Work-Life Balance
  • Vacation days & sick days
  • Company-paid holidays & floating holidays
  • A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility