Pest Control Technician

Terminix•New Castle, DE

11d

About The Position

The Pest Control Technician performs pest management services for residential customers. The role involves inspecting properties, identifying pest infestations and entry points, applying appropriate treatments such as pesticides, baits, and traps, and advising customers on preventative measures. Technicians communicate with clients about pest control solutions, maintain customer relationships, support sales to existing and new customers, and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle. The position requires adherence to safety standards and applicable pest-control regulations. Training is provided for working safely around the conditions encountered on the job. The work includes both indoor and outdoor assignments in the local climate, sometimes in confined spaces and around animals, insects, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, fumes, dust, and chemicals. Technicians use personal protective equipment, including an OSHA-compliant respirator. The company provides routine vehicle maintenance, weather gear, and required licenses or certificates as covered by the company.

Requirements

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.
Required licenses or certificates as specified by federal, state, and/or local regulations.
Available 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, including the ability to follow product-label mixing instructions.

Nice To Haves

Customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect client properties for signs of pest infestations, damage, and pest entry points.
Apply approved pest-control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, while following safety standards.
Educate customers on pest prevention and advise them on reducing 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, stock, and ensure the proper working condition of pest-control equipment.
Follow local, state, and federal regulations governing 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.
401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
Vacation days and sick days.
Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
Performance incentives in some roles.
Company-provided service vehicle and gas card.
Company-covered required licenses and certificates.
Company-provided weather gear and routine service-vehicle maintenance.