Residential Pest Technician

Terminix • Davenport, IA

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About The Position

The Residential Pest Technician performs pest management services for residential customers. The role includes inspecting properties to identify pests, damage, and entry points; determining infestation types; applying appropriate treatments such as pesticides, baits, and traps; and advising customers on preventative measures. Technicians communicate with customers about pest control solutions, build customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, assist with sales to current customers, and help introduce services to new customers. They maintain and stock equipment, follow applicable safety standards and regulations, and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle, which receives routine maintenance.

The work can involve confined spaces, animals, insects, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals. Technicians work indoors and outdoors in local weather conditions, use company-provided weather gear, wear required personal protective equipment, and perform frequent climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and stair or ladder use. Training is provided on handling work conditions safely.

Requirements

• Be clean-shaven so respirators can seal properly.
• Have a high school diploma or GED, related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Have a valid driver’s license in the state of residence.
• Obtain licenses or certificates required by federal, state, and/or local regulations; the company covers these.
• Be available Monday through Friday and on weekends as needed.
• Be willing to learn and become knowledgeable in all areas of pest control.
• Have solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Have basic math skills to follow product-label mixing instructions.
• Wear required personal protective equipment, including an OSHA-compliant respirator.
• Be able to perform the described physical activities and work in indoor and outdoor conditions, including confined spaces and around potential hazards.

Nice To Haves

• Customer-facing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect customer properties for pest infestations, damage, and entry points.
• Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, while following safety standards.
• Educate customers about pest prevention and 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, stock, and ensure pest control equipment is in good working condition.
• Follow local, state, and federal regulations concerning pest control products and safety protocols.
• Safely drive and operate a company-provided service vehicle.

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.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
• Training and development programs.
• Vacation days and sick days.
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Competitive pay; some roles offer performance incentives.
• Company-provided service vehicle with routine maintenance.
• Company-provided weather gear.
• Career growth opportunities and promotion from within.

What This Job Offers

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