Pest Technician

Western Exterminator Company • Gilroy, CA

10d • $17 - $20

About The Position

Pest Technicians provide pest management services for residential customers. They inspect properties to identify pests, infestation types, damage, and entry points; apply appropriate treatments such as pesticides, baits, and traps; and recommend preventative measures. Technicians communicate pest control solutions and prevention advice to customers, maintain equipment, and follow applicable safety and regulatory requirements. The role includes driving a company-provided service vehicle and performing work inside and outside in the local climate, sometimes in confined spaces and around animals, insects, mechanical parts, heights, fumes, dust, and chemicals. Personal protective equipment, including an OSHA-compliant respirator, is required. The company provides training for safely working in these conditions.

Requirements

• Clean-shaven face so respirators can form a proper seal.
• 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 federal, state, and/or local regulations; the company covers these requirements.
• 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.
• Able to perform the role's stated physical duties and wear required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Customer-facing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect client 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 ways to reduce the risk of future infestations.
• Build customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, assist with 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 and safety protocols related to pest control products.
• Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; full-time colleagues may enroll immediately upon hire, with benefits starting on day one.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
• Training and development programs.
• Vacation days and sick days.
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Performance incentives offered in many roles.
• Company-provided service vehicle and gas card, with routine vehicle maintenance provided.
• Required licenses or certificates covered by the company.

What This Job Offers

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