Commercial Pest Control Technician

Rentokil Pest Control•Nashville, TN

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About The Position

The Commercial Pest Control Technician performs pest management services by inspecting properties, identifying infestations, applying appropriate treatments, and advising customers on prevention. The role involves customer communication and relationship-building, appointment scheduling, supporting sales to existing customers, and introducing products to new customers. Technicians maintain their equipment, follow applicable safety and regulatory requirements, and drive a company-provided service vehicle. The posting describes services for residential customers, despite the commercial title. The work may involve confined spaces and exposure to animals, insects, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals. Work is performed indoors and outdoors in local weather conditions. The role requires frequent movement and use of stairs, ladders, and scaffolding, as well as personal protective equipment, including an OSHA-compliant respirator. Training is provided for safely handling workplace conditions.

Requirements

Clean-shaven face so respirators can seal properly.
High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license from the state of residence.
Licenses or certificates required by applicable federal, state, or local regulations; the company covers these requirements.
Available to work Monday through Friday and weekends as needed.
Willingness to learn and become knowledgeable in all areas of pest control.
Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
Basic math skills to follow product-label mixing instructions.
Ability to work in confined spaces and around animals, insects, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals; work indoors and outdoors; perform frequent climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling; and wear required PPE.

Nice To Haves

Customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect client properties for signs of pest infestations, damage, and entry points.
Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, while following safety standards.
Educate customers about pest prevention and ways to reduce future infestations.
Build customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, assist with sales to current customers, and introduce products to new customers.
Maintain, stock, and ensure proper working condition of pest control equipment.
Follow local, state, and federal pest-control product and safety regulations.
Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle.

Benefits

Competitive pay; some roles offer performance incentives.
Training and development programs.
Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, plus additional benefits.
Full-time colleagues can begin enrollment immediately upon hire, with benefits starting on day one.
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
Vacation days and sick days.
Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
A workplace mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility.
Opportunities for career growth and promotion from within.