Pest Control Technician

Ecolab Inc.•Billings, OH

9d•$48,700 - $73,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ecolab is seeking a Pest Control Technician Trainee to join its Pest Elimination team in Billings, Montana. The role protects public health, commercial businesses, facilities, employees, and brands by providing science-based pest elimination solutions. The successful candidate participates in a five-week paid training program covering pest detection, elimination, and prevention, and obtains pest control licensing and/or certification required by state or local law. The position offers opportunities to develop a long-term career in service, sales, or management. The technician builds relationships with commercial customers, including those in hospitality and foodservice, and partners with them to identify and address pest elimination needs. The role requires documenting structural, sanitation, and pest issues using handheld computerized equipment and delivering timely, cost-effective, high-quality service under close supervision. Work is field-based and may involve driving a company vehicle. The position is based in Billings, MT, with a day shift, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Training includes one week in Eagan, Minnesota. The stated training pay is $20.98 per hour. After completion of the paid training program, the total compensation range is $48,700–$73,000, including base pay and target incentive based on performance and plan terms.

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.
Must obtain pest certification and/or business licensing pursuant to state or local law.
Must complete a background check if offered the position.
Must complete a drug test including THC if offered the position.
Must have documentation acceptable for air travel for the one-week training in Eagan, Minnesota.
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 confined spaces, damp or dusty areas, and extreme temperatures.
Ability to climb ladders and perform physical tasks including stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and standing for extended periods.

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 to learn pest detection, elimination, and prevention techniques.
Establish effective working relationships with commercial customers, including those in hospitality and foodservice.
Partner with customers on best practices to identify and solve pest elimination needs.
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 required pest control licensing and/or certification as mandated by state or local law.
Drive a company vehicle as required.