Pest Technician I

Rentokil Pest Control • Garland, TX

15d

About The Position

RK Environmental Services (RKE), part of the Rentokil family of companies, provides commercial pest management and Integrated Pest Management services, particularly to food manufacturing, distribution, pharmaceutical, and food-grade clients. Pest Control Technicians inspect sites, identify pests and their sources, select appropriate products and services, perform treatments, and recommend actions to help prevent future pest activity. They receive extensive paid training and then work independently with support from colleagues, management, and the office team. The role also involves building client relationships, maintaining service vehicles and equipment, keeping current with industry developments and regulations, and obtaining and maintaining required licenses or certificates.

Requirements

• Successfully meet the pre-employment background screen.
• Possess a valid driver's license and undergo a motor vehicle driving record check.
• Be available to work Monday through Friday and Saturdays as needed.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrate attention to detail.
• Demonstrate verbal and written communication skills.
• Be open to learning about pest control and becoming knowledgeable in the field.
• Be comfortable working independently after a training period.

Nice To Haves

• Client-facing experience preferred.
• Experience using workplace technology, including handheld devices and apps; familiarity with Google Suite tools such as Gmail, Calendar, and Google Drive is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect sites to determine the source of pest activity and identify pests.
• Select products and services to address pest presence, perform treatments, and install products to create a pest-free environment.
• Use exclusion practices to keep pests out of structures.
• Document actions taken and recommend actions needed.
• Operate and maintain service vehicles and equipment.
• Build relationships with clients through friendly, helpful, and courteous service visits.
• Listen to client needs, offer solutions, recommend appropriate services, and identify additional offerings that may provide value.
• Learn the available products and services and stay current on industry developments, trends, technology, and regulations.
• Obtain and maintain licenses and certificates required by federal, state, and local regulations.
• Develop skills in business operations, time management, efficiency, and interpersonal communication through training and coaching.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, plus additional health benefits.
• Benefits enrollment available immediately upon hire, with coverage starting on day one for full-time colleagues.
• 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.
• Career growth opportunities and promotion from within.
• Competitive pay; some roles offer performance incentives.

What This Job Offers

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