Pest Technician I
About The Position
The Pest Technician I performs pest management services for residential customers. The role involves inspecting properties, identifying pests and infestation conditions, applying appropriate treatments such as pesticides, baits, and traps, and advising customers on prevention. Technicians build customer relationships, support sales to current and prospective customers, maintain service equipment, follow applicable safety and regulatory requirements, and drive a company-provided service vehicle. The work takes place indoors and outdoors and can involve confined spaces, animals and insects, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals. The company provides training on safely handling these conditions, weather gear, and routine vehicle maintenance. Technicians must wear required personal protective equipment, including an OSHA-compliant respirator.
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, or local regulations; the company covers these requirements.
- Be available to work Monday through Friday and weekends as needed.
- Be willing 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.
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 about pest prevention and advise them on reducing the risk of future infestations.
- Build customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, help with sales to current customers, and expand products to new customers.
- Maintain pest control equipment and ensure it is stocked and in good working condition.
- Follow local, state, and federal regulations regarding pest control products and safety protocols.
- Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle.
Benefits
- Benefits begin on day one for full-time colleagues, with no waiting period.
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
- Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
- Vacation days and sick days.
- Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
- Training and development programs.
- Performance incentives may be available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
