Pest Control Technician

Ehrlich Pest Control•Wilmington, NC

18d

About The Position

The Pest Control Technician performs pest management services for residential customers. The role involves inspecting properties to identify pests, damage, and entry points; determining the type of infestation; applying appropriate treatments, including approved chemicals, baits, and traps; and advising customers on prevention. Technicians build customer relationships, manage appointments, support sales to existing customers, and introduce products to new customers. They maintain equipment and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle while following applicable regulations and safety protocols. The role includes working indoors and outdoors in varied conditions and using required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

Maintain a clean-shaven face so respirators can seal properly.
High school diploma or GED, related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license from the state of residence.
Obtain licenses or certificates required by federal, state, and/or local regulations; the company covers these requirements.
Availability to work Monday through Friday and weekends as needed.
Willingness to learn and become knowledgeable in all areas of pest control.
Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
Basic math skills to follow product-label mixing instructions.
Ability to work in confined spaces and around animals, insects, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in the local climate, wear company-provided weather gear and required PPE, and perform activities including sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, as well as moving on stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles.

Nice To Haves

Customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect customer properties for signs of 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 advise them on reducing the risk of future infestations.
Build customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, assist with sales to existing customers, and expand product offerings to new customers.
Maintain pest-control equipment by ensuring it is stocked and in good working condition.
Follow local, state, and federal regulations for pest-control products and safety protocols.
Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities and promotion from within.
Training and development programs.
Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, plus additional health benefits.
Full-time colleagues can begin benefits enrollment immediately upon hire, with benefits starting on day one.
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
Vacation days and sick days.
Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
Competitive pay; some roles offer performance incentives.
Company-provided service vehicle with routine maintenance.