Pest Control Technician
About The Position
Ecolab is seeking a Pest Control Technician Trainee to serve commercial customers in San Jose and surrounding areas. The role delivers science-based pest elimination solutions that help protect public health, food safety, property, customer facilities, employees, and brands. The technician establishes customer relationships, identifies pest-related needs, provides service and product expertise, and documents structural, sanitation, and pest issues using handheld computerized equipment. Work is performed independently in a flexible, field-based environment, with service delivered under close supervision while training. The role includes a paid five-week training program, including one week of training in Eagan, Minnesota, and requires obtaining pest-control certification and/or business licensing as mandated by state or local law. The position works overnight, Sunday through Thursday, from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., and may require on-call availability during off-hours and weekends. The role requires driving a company vehicle and performing physically demanding work in varied conditions.
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-control certification and/or business licensing as required by state or local law.
- Pass a background check if offered the job.
- Complete a drug test, including THC, if offered the job, due to federal contract requirements.
- Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role.
- Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds at chest height.
- 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.
- Ability to travel to Eagan, Minnesota, for one week of training and have acceptable documentation for air travel.
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 covering pest detection, elimination, and prevention techniques.
- Build effective working relationships with commercial customers, including hospitality and foodservice businesses.
- Partner with customers to identify and address pest-elimination needs and recommend best practices.
- Maintain knowledge of Ecolab products and services to support service delivery and sales.
- Use handheld computerized equipment to document structural, sanitation, and pest issues.
- Deliver timely, cost-effective, high-quality service under close supervision.
- Obtain pest-control certification and/or business licensing as required by state or local law.
- Drive a company vehicle as required.
- Be available for overnight shifts and on-call work during off-hours and weekends as needed.
Benefits
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Matching 401(k).
- Company-paid pension.
- Stock purchase plan.
- Paid parental leave.
- Select discounted childcare resources.
- Paid five-week training program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
