Pest Control Technician

Ecolab•Billings, MT

12d•$48,700 - $73,000

About The Position

Ecolab is seeking a Pest Control Technician Trainee to join its Pest Elimination team in Billings, Montana. The role helps protect public health, food safety, commercial businesses, and property by delivering science-based pest detection, elimination, and prevention solutions. The trainee completes a five-week paid training program and obtains the skills and certifications needed for a career in service, sales, or management. The position serves commercial customers, including hospitality and foodservice businesses, and operates in a flexible, field-based environment with independent work after training. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with day-shift training pay of $20.98 per hour. Training includes one week in Eagan, Minnesota. After comprehensive paid training, the stated total compensation range is $48,700–$73,000, including base pay and target incentive based on performance. The position requires obtaining pest control certification and/or business licensing as required by state or local law, and may require overnight shifts and on-call work during off-hours and weekends as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of work or military experience.
Current, valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
Availability to work overnight shifts and be on call during off-hours and weekends as needed.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Obtain pest certification and/or business licensing as required by state or local law.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds at chest height.
Ability to wear and use a respirator.
Ability to work in varied conditions, including confined spaces, damp or dusty areas, and extreme temperatures.
Ability to climb ladders and perform tasks involving stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and standing for extended periods.
Ability to drive a company vehicle; ongoing motor vehicle record checks will be performed.
Candidates receiving an offer must complete a background check and a drug test that includes THC.
Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role.

Nice To Haves

Previous customer service experience.
Experience selling value-added products to existing customers.
Previous pest elimination industry or route experience.

Responsibilities

Participate in a five-week paid training program covering pest detection, elimination, and prevention techniques.
Establish effective working relationships with commercial customers, including customers in hospitality and foodservice.
Partner with customers to identify and solve pest elimination needs and advise on best practices.
Maintain expertise in Ecolab’s product and service offerings to enhance service and sales.
Use handheld computerized equipment to document structural, sanitation, and pest issues.
Deliver timely, cost-effective, high-quality service under close supervision.
Obtain pest control licensing and/or certification required by state or local law.