Pest Technician

Terminix • Redding, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pest Technician performs pest management services for residential customers. The role involves inspecting properties to identify infestations, damage, and entry points; determining the type of pest; applying appropriate treatments such as approved pesticides, baits, and traps; and advising customers on prevention measures. Technicians build customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, assist with sales to current customers, and introduce products to new customers. They maintain equipment, follow applicable safety and regulatory requirements, and drive a company-provided service vehicle.

The work takes place indoors and outdoors in local weather conditions and may involve confined spaces, animals and insects, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals. The role requires regular movement, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and requires use of personal protective equipment such as an OSHA-compliant respirator. Company-provided weather gear, vehicle, gas card, and training are provided.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.
• Must be clean shaven for a respirator to seal properly.
• Ability to perform the physical activities described, including 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, 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 current customers; and promote products to new customers.
• Maintain pest control equipment and ensure it is stocked and in good working condition.
• Comply with local, state, and federal regulations governing pest control products and safety protocols.
• Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle.
• Work in confined spaces and in indoor and outdoor environments, using required personal protective equipment.

Benefits

• Benefits begin on day one for full-time colleagues, with no waiting period.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
• Vacation days and sick days.
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
• Training and development programs.
• Career growth opportunities and promotion from within.
• Competitive pay; some roles offer performance incentives.
• Company-provided service vehicle and gas card.
• Company-covered required licenses and certificates.
• Company-provided weather gear and routine vehicle maintenance.

What This Job Offers

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