Pest Control Technician

Terminix • Town of Cheektowaga, NY

7d • $18 - $21

About The Position

The Pest Control Technician performs pest management services for residential customers. The role involves inspecting properties, identifying infestations and entry points, selecting and applying suitable treatments such as pesticides, baits, and traps, and advising customers on prevention. Technicians build customer relationships, manage appointments, support sales, maintain equipment, comply with applicable regulations and safety protocols, and drive a company-provided service vehicle.

Requirements

• Be clean-shaven so respirators can seal properly.
• High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Obtain licenses or certificates required by federal, state, and/or local regulations; the company covers these requirements.
• Be available to work Monday through Friday and weekends as needed.
• Be willing to learn and become knowledgeable in all areas of pest control.
• Have solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Have basic math skills to follow product-label mixing instructions.

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 the risk of future infestations.
• Build customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, help with sales to current customers, and expand products to new customers.
• Maintain pest control equipment, ensuring it is stocked and in good working condition.
• Follow local, state, and federal regulations concerning pest control products and safety protocols.
• Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle.

Benefits

• Benefits begin on day one for full-time colleagues, with no waiting period.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
• Training and development programs.
• Vacation days and sick days.
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Competitive pay; some roles offer performance incentives.

What This Job Offers

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