Commercial Pest Technician

Terminix•New York, NY

About The Position

The Commercial Pest Technician performs pest management services for commercial customers. The role involves inspecting properties to identify pests, infestation types, damage, and entry points; applying appropriate pest-control treatments; and recommending preventative measures. Technicians communicate with customers about pest-control solutions, help maintain customer relationships, and support sales to current and new customers. They maintain and stock equipment, follow applicable regulations and safety protocols, and drive a company-provided service vehicle, for which the company provides routine maintenance. The work may involve confined spaces and exposure to animals, insects, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals. Technicians work indoors and outdoors in local weather conditions, use required personal protective equipment, and perform frequent movement including climbing, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. The company provides training for safely handling work 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.
Availability to work Monday through Friday and Saturdays as needed.
Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information in internal and external settings.
Basic math skills, including working with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and following product-label mixing instructions.
Licenses or certificates required by applicable federal, state, or local regulations; the company covers these requirements.

Nice To Haves

Customer-facing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

Day-one benefits enrollment for full-time colleagues, with no waiting period.
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, plus additional health benefits.
401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
Vacation days and sick days.
Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
Training and development programs.
Career growth opportunities and promotion from within.
Competitive pay; some roles offer performance incentives.
Company-provided weather gear and routine maintenance for the service vehicle.