Pest Control Technician

Ecolab Inc.

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Ecolab is seeking a Pest Control Technician Trainee to join their team in Rockville, MD. This role is part of the Pest Elimination team, which focuses on safeguarding public health, food safety, and property from pests through science-based expertise and innovative commercial pest solutions. As a Trainee, the individual will participate in an industry-leading training program to gain the necessary skills and certifications for a long-term career in service, sales, or management, while protecting public health and commercial businesses.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of work or military experience
• Position requires a current and valid Driver’s License with no restrictions
• Availability to work overnight shifts and be on call during off-hours and weekends as needed
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Position requires obtaining pest certification and/or business licensing pursuant to state/local law
• Ecolab conducts a background check on all candidates who receive a job offer
• Due to federal contract requirements, this position requires a drug test including THC for all candidates who receive a job offer
• 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 preferred

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 5-week paid training program to learn pest detection, elimination, and prevention techniques
• Establish effective working relationships with a variety of commercial customers, including those in the hospitality and foodservice industries
• 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, and high-quality service under close supervision
• Obtain required pest control licensing and/or certification as mandated by state/local law

Benefits

• Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, and more!
• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best
• Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees