Pest Control Technician
About The Position
Ecolab is seeking a Pest Control Technician Trainee to serve commercial customers in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and the surrounding territory. The role protects public health, food safety, property, and customer brands by delivering science-based pest elimination solutions. The territory extends from Toms River to Jersey City and as far west as Phillipsburg, with a stated radius of 500 miles. The technician completes a five-week paid training program covering pest detection, elimination, and prevention, and must obtain pest control certification and/or business licensing as required by state or local law. The role involves working with commercial customers, identifying pest elimination needs, documenting site conditions with handheld computerized equipment, and delivering timely, cost-effective, high-quality service under close supervision. The position is field-based and may involve independent work. Training includes one week in Eagan, Minnesota. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Availability for overnight work and on-call work during off-hours and weekends as needed is required. Compensation during training is $24.00 per hour. After completion of the comprehensive paid training program, the stated total compensation range is $53,600–$80,300, including base pay and target incentive, subject to plan terms and other factors.
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 pursuant to state or local law.
- Successfully complete the background check required for candidates who receive a job offer.
- Complete a drug test, including THC, if offered the job, due to federal contract requirements.
- Be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds at chest height.
- Wear and use a respirator.
- Work in varied conditions, including confined spaces, damp or dusty areas, and extreme temperatures.
- Climb ladders and perform physical tasks including stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and standing for extended periods.
- Undergo ongoing motor vehicle record checks when driving a company vehicle.
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 hospitality and foodservice businesses.
- Partner with customers on best practices to identify and address pest elimination needs.
- Maintain expertise in Ecolab’s products and services to support 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.
- Work overnight shifts and be available on call during off-hours and weekends as needed.
- Drive a company vehicle as required.
Benefits
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Matching 401(k).
- Company-paid pension.
- Stock purchase plan.
- Paid parental leave.
- Select discounted childcare resources.
- Comprehensive paid training program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
