Pest Technician

Rentokil Pest Control • Baton Rouge, LA

40d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pest Technician performs pest management services for residential customers. The role involves inspecting properties to identify pests, infestations, damage, and entry points; determining appropriate treatments; applying approved products such as pesticides, baits, and traps; and advising customers on prevention. Technicians communicate with clients about pest control solutions, build customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, support sales to existing customers, and introduce products to new customers. The role also includes maintaining equipment, following applicable regulations and safety protocols, and safely operating a company-provided service vehicle.

The work may involve confined spaces, animals and insects, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals. Technicians work indoors and outdoors in local weather conditions, use personal protective equipment including an OSHA-compliant respirator, and perform frequent movement such as climbing, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. The company provides training for safe handling of work conditions and routine maintenance for the service vehicle.

The employer describes career growth opportunities, training and development programs, and competitive pay; some roles offer performance incentives. Full-time colleagues can enroll in benefits immediately upon hire, with benefits beginning on day one.

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, and/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 sufficient to follow product-label mixing instructions.

Nice To Haves

• Customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect client 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 and ways to reduce the risk of future infestations.
• Build customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, support sales to current customers, and introduce products to new customers.
• Maintain pest control equipment and ensure it is stocked and in good working condition.
• Follow local, state, and federal regulations concerning 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 other health benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
• Vacation days and sick days.
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Competitive pay; some roles offer performance incentives.
• Benefits begin on day one for full-time colleagues, with enrollment available immediately upon hire.

What This Job Offers

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