Pest Service Technician

Clark Pest Control • Auburn, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Clark Pest Control is seeking an ambitious and energetic Pest Service Technician to work independently outdoors, servicing and protecting homes and their surrounding environments from pest activity. The work is described as a maintenance program focused on preventing recurring pest problems and promoting customers’ safety and well-being. The role serves residential accounts and includes pest control, weed control, lawn fertilization, and tree and shrub care. The position reports to the Chico, California branch.

Technicians start as part of a monthly training and onboarding cohort. The next scheduled start dates listed are July 13, 2026, and August 10, 2026. Clark provides paid on-the-job training, including payment for the pest license and license renewal. The company advertises annual earnings of $63,000–$84,000 and opportunities for advancement from within.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No prior experience required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license within the first 90 days of employment; the company pays for the license.
• Ability to work independently in the field and manage route-based assignments.
• Ability to safely use a ladder within the manufacturer's weight capacity.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, crawl, lift, and carry for extended periods, including in crawl spaces, attics, and basements.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights, including in attics.
• Must meet physical job requirements and safely perform duties with or without accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Control pests and weeds and provide lawn fertilization, tree and shrub care, and other agricultural pest services at residential accounts.
• Inspect residential structures for pests and assess infestation severity and structural damage.
• Create diagrams and graphs showing the type, degree, and location of infestations.
• Discuss planned work with residential customers and provide sales solicitations.
• Coordinate activities with department secretaries and other branch personnel, and submit paperwork and collections daily.
• Perform administrative tasks as directed by a supervisor, including ordering equipment and supplies, preparing reports, and contacting customers about callbacks and stopped service.
• Determine costs, estimate crew time, and schedule work.
• Receive and properly account for company funds collected during business activities.
• Keep company-issued equipment and vehicle clean and safe.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance, plus voluntary term life and AD&D insurance.
• Employee Assistance Plan.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Pet insurance.
• Company-issued vehicle and gas card; employees may take the company vehicle home.
• Paid on-the-job training, including paid pest license and license renewal.
• Advancement opportunities; the company promotes from within.

What This Job Offers

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