Pest Control Technician

Terminix•Russellville, AR

18d

About The Position

The Pest Control Technician performs pest management services for residential customers. The role involves inspecting properties, identifying pest infestations, applying appropriate treatments such as pesticides and traps, and recommending preventative measures. Technicians follow safety regulations and communicate with customers about pest control solutions. Technicians build customer relationships, manage appointments, support sales to existing customers, and help introduce services to new customers. They maintain equipment and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle. The company provides routine vehicle maintenance, required regulatory licenses or certificates, training for workplace hazards, and weather gear.

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.
Obtain licenses or certificates required by federal, state, and/or local regulations.
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.
Able to work in confined spaces and around animals, insects, termites, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals.
Able to work indoors and outdoors in the local climate and perform activities including sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and using stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles.
Able to wear required personal protective equipment, including an OSHA-compliant respirator.

Nice To Haves

Customer-facing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect customer 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 reducing the risk of future infestations.
Build customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, support sales to current customers, and introduce products to new customers.
Maintain pest control equipment, keeping it stocked and 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

Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; enrollment is available immediately upon hire for full-time colleagues, with benefits starting on day one.
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
Training and development programs.
Career growth opportunities and promotion from within.
Competitive pay; some roles offer performance incentives.
Vacation days and sick days.
Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
Company-provided service vehicle and gas card, with routine vehicle maintenance provided.
Required regulatory licenses or certificates are covered by the company.