Commercial Pest Technician

Terminix • Tampa, FL

7d

About The Position

The Commercial Pest Technician performs pest management services for commercial customers. The role involves inspecting commercial properties, identifying pest infestations and entry points, applying appropriate treatments such as pesticides, baits, and traps, and recommending preventative measures. Technicians communicate pest control solutions to customers, build customer relationships, support sales, and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle while following applicable safety standards and regulations.

The work may take place indoors and outdoors, in confined spaces and varied weather conditions, and around animals, insects, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals. The company provides training on safely handling these conditions, weather gear, routine vehicle maintenance, and required licenses or certificates covered by the company.

Requirements

• 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.
• Clean-shaven face to ensure a respirator can seal properly.
• 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 performing arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals and following product-label mixing instructions.
• Ability to obtain licenses or certificates required by federal, state, and/or local regulations; the company covers these requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect customer properties for pest activity, 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 advise them on reducing the risk of future infestations.
• Build customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, assist with sales to current customers, and expand products to new customers.
• Maintain pest control equipment and ensure it is stocked and in good working condition.
• Follow local, state, and federal regulations for pest control products and safety protocols.
• Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle.

Benefits

• Professional growth opportunities and promotion from within.
• Training and development programs.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
• Vacation days and sick days.
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Performance incentives may be offered in some roles.
• Company-provided service vehicle and gas card.
• Company-provided weather gear and routine service vehicle maintenance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED