Pest Control Technician - $1,500 Sign-On Bonus

Terminix • Rochester, NY

2d • $55,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Pest Control Technician performs pest management services for residential customers. The role involves inspecting properties to identify pest infestations, determining the pest involved, applying appropriate treatments such as pesticides and traps, and recommending preventative measures. Technicians follow safety regulations and communicate with clients about pest control solutions. Compensation consists of an hourly base rate plus uncapped commission, with stated expected total compensation of $55,000–$100,000+ per year. The hourly base pay range is $21.00–$23.00.

Technicians work in confined spaces and around animals, insects, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals. Work takes place indoors and outdoors in the local climate. The role requires frequent movement, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and using stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles. Personal protective equipment, including an OSHA-compliant respirator, is required. The company provides a service vehicle, routine vehicle maintenance, weather gear, and required licenses or certificates as covered by the company.

Requirements

• Be clean-shaven so respirators can seal properly.
• Have a high school diploma or GED, related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Hold licenses or certificates required by federal, state, or local regulations; the company covers these requirements.
• Be available to work Monday through Friday and weekends as needed.
• Be open to learning and becoming 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 to identify 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, assist with sales to current customers, and introduce products to new customers.
• Maintain pest control equipment and ensure 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 immediate enrollment eligibility upon hire.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
• Vacation days and sick days.
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
• Training and development programs.
• Career growth opportunities and promotion from within.
• Performance incentives and uncapped commission.

What This Job Offers

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