Pest Technician
About The Position
The Pest Technician performs pest management services for residential customers. The role involves inspecting properties to identify pests and infestation conditions, applying appropriate treatments such as pesticides, baits, and traps, and recommending preventative measures. Technicians communicate with customers about pest control solutions, build customer relationships, support sales, and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle. They maintain equipment and comply with applicable regulations and safety protocols. The work may involve confined spaces, animals and insects, mechanical and electrical hazards, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals. Technicians work indoors and outdoors in the local climate, use personal protective equipment including an OSHA-compliant respirator, and perform frequent climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. The company provides training for safely handling the work conditions and routine maintenance for the service vehicle.
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, or local regulations; the company covers these.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Customer-facing experience.
Responsibilities
- Inspect customer 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 on 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 expand services 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
- Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, with full-time colleagues eligible to enroll immediately and 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.
- Career growth opportunities and promotion from within.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
