Pest Technician

Terminix • Miami, FL

13d

About The Position

The Pest Technician performs pest management services for residential customers. The role involves inspecting properties to identify pests, infestation damage, and entry points; determining appropriate treatments; applying approved products such as chemicals, baits, and traps; and advising customers on preventing future infestations. Technicians build customer relationships, confirm appointments, assist with sales, maintain equipment, follow applicable safety regulations, and drive a company-provided service vehicle. The position requires work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions, including confined spaces, and the use of personal protective equipment.

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.
• Required licenses or certificates as determined by federal, state, and/or local regulations.
• Available 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 perform work in tight or 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 and wear required personal protective equipment, including an OSHA-compliant respirator.

Nice To Haves

• Customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect customer properties for pest infestations, damage, and entry points.
• Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, in accordance with safety standards.
• Educate customers about pest prevention and advise them on reducing the risk of future infestations.
• Build customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, assist with sales to existing customers, and introduce products to new customers.
• Maintain, stock, and ensure the proper working condition of pest control equipment.
• Follow local, state, and federal regulations concerning 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.
• 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.
• Competitive pay; some roles offer performance incentives.
• Company-provided service vehicle and gas card, with routine vehicle maintenance provided.

What This Job Offers

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