Pest Technician

Ehrlich Pest Control • Jacksonville Beach, FL

27d

About The Position

The Pest Technician performs pest management services for residential customers. The role involves inspecting properties to identify pest infestations, damage, and entry points; determining the type of infestation; applying appropriate treatments such as pesticides, baits, and traps; and advising customers on preventative measures. Technicians build customer relationships, manage appointments, support sales to current customers, and introduce services to new customers. They maintain pest control equipment, follow applicable safety standards and regulations, and drive a company-provided service vehicle.

Requirements

• Clean-shaven face so respiratory protective equipment 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.
• Ability 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 sufficient to follow product-label mixing instructions.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and around animals, insects, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in the local climate, wear personal protective equipment, and perform activities including sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and using stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles.

Nice To Haves

• Customer-facing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect customer properties for pest infestations, damage, and entry points.
• Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, 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, support sales to current customers, and expand services 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

• Professional growth opportunities and training and development programs.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, plus additional health benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
• Vacation days and sick days.
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Performance incentives offered for many roles.
• Benefits begin on day one for full-time colleagues.

What This Job Offers

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