Pest Control Technician

Ecolab • Denver, CO

16d • Onsite

About The Position

Ecolab is seeking a Pest Control Technician Trainee to join its Pest Elimination team in Denver, Colorado. The role protects public health, food safety, property, commercial businesses, and customer brands by delivering science-based pest detection, elimination, and prevention solutions. The position serves commercial customers, including those in hospitality and foodservice, and involves working independently in a field-based environment after training.

The successful candidate will complete a five-week paid training program and obtain pest control licensing or certification required by state or local law. Training includes one week in Eagan, Minnesota. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 4 a.m. to noon, on a bread route; availability for overnight shifts and on-call work during off-hours and weekends as needed is also required. The role requires driving a company vehicle, using handheld computerized equipment, and performing physical work in varied environments. Training pay is $20.50 per hour. After the comprehensive paid training program, the stated total compensation range is $51,200–$76,700 annually, including base pay and target incentive based on performance, per plan terms.

Ecolab describes its Pest Elimination team as focused on commercial pest solutions and serving customers with science-based expertise and innovation. The company has approximately 48,000 associates and operates in more than 170 countries. Its stated work includes advancing food safety, maintaining clean and safe environments, optimizing water and energy use, and improving operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers.

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.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds chest high.
• 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.
• Candidates receiving an offer must complete a background check and, due to federal contract requirements, a drug test that includes THC.
• Must have proper documentation to fly for the one-week training in Eagan, Minnesota, such as a Real ID or another acceptable form of identification.

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.
• Work independently in a flexible, field-based environment and help protect customer brands and public health.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Matching 401(k).
• Company-paid pension and retirement health care benefits.
• Employee stock purchase plans.
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Discounted childcare and caregiver services; select discounted childcare resources are also noted.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, auto, home, and pet insurance.
• Identity theft protection and group legal services.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Short-term incentives.
• Vacation (12 days) and holidays.
• Employee assistance program and employee discount program.
• Education assistance program.
• On-site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select locations.

What This Job Offers

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