Pest Technician I

Rentokil Pest Control • Salt Lake, NM

7d

About The Position

The Pest Technician I performs pest management services for residential customers. The role involves inspecting properties to identify pests, infestation types, damage, and entry points; applying suitable treatments such as approved pesticides, baits, and traps; and advising customers on prevention and ways to reduce the risk of future infestations. The technician builds customer relationships, schedules and confirms appointments, supports sales to existing customers, and helps introduce products to new customers. The role also requires maintaining pest-control equipment, complying with applicable regulations and safety protocols, and safely operating a company-provided service vehicle. The company provides routine vehicle maintenance and training for workplace hazards and safe handling practices.

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.
• Licenses or certificates required by applicable federal, state, or local regulations; the company covers these requirements.
• Availability 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 to follow product-label mixing instructions.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and around animals, insects, termites, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in the local climate, wear required personal protective equipment, and perform frequent movement such as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.

Nice To Haves

• Customer-facing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect customer properties for signs of pest infestations, damage, and entry points.
• Apply approved pest-control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, while following safety standards.
• Educate customers about pest-prevention methods and how to reduce future infestation risks.
• Build customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, support 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 for pest-control products and safety protocols.
• Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle.

Benefits

• Benefits begin on the first day 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.
• 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