Pest Technician

Active Pest Control • Conyers, GA

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About The Position

The Pest Technician performs pest management services for residential customers. The role involves inspecting properties to identify pests, damage, and entry points; determining the type of infestation; and applying appropriate treatments, including pesticides, baits, and traps. Technicians also advise customers on prevention, communicate pest control solutions, build customer relationships, support sales, and help schedule and confirm appointments. The position requires following applicable safety standards and regulations, maintaining equipment, and safely operating a company-provided service vehicle.

The work takes place both indoors and outdoors and may involve confined spaces, animals, insects, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals. The company provides training on safely handling these conditions, weather gear, and required personal protective equipment. The position offers training and development, career-growth opportunities, and benefits for eligible colleagues.

Requirements

• Clean-shaven face so a rebreather can form a safety 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 applicable federal, state, and/or local regulations.
• 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, in accordance with safety standards.
• Educate customers about pest prevention and ways to reduce the risk of future infestations.
• Build relationships with customers, 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 concerning pest-control products and safety protocols.
• Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle.

Benefits

• 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; many roles offer performance incentives.
• Company-provided service vehicle and gas card.
• 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