Route Technician - Lexington

Urbanex Pest Control • Louisville, KY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Urbanex Pest Control is hiring a Route Technician to service homes and businesses along an assigned route. The technician drives a company truck to approximately 10–12 customer locations per day, inspects for pests, applies treatments, and builds customer relationships. The role is performed independently, with support from a local team and dispatcher.

No pest-control experience is required. Urbanex provides paid certifications and ongoing training, and offers a promotion path from Route Technician to Lead Tech to Branch Manager. Experienced pest-control technicians may initially earn higher rates based on experience. The schedule is Monday through Friday, starting at 7:00 a.m. and continuing until the route is completed, usually around 5:00 p.m.

Urbanex describes itself as the 38th-largest pest control company in the U.S., with more than 16 markets and a commitment to promoting from within. It is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers reasonable accommodations upon request. Candidates must be willing to complete a background check.

Requirements

• No pest-control experience is required.
• Have a valid state pest control license or be able to obtain one.
• Be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Be able to pass a background check.
• Be comfortable working outdoors in all weather, lifting equipment, and talking with customers.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a pest control technician; experienced technicians may initially earn higher rates depending on experience.
• Strong experience in a related trade such as lawn care, HVAC, landscaping, or facilities.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Drive a company truck to approximately 10–12 homes and businesses per day.
• Inspect customer locations for pests and apply treatments.
• Build relationships with customers.
• Work independently on an assigned route, with support from a local team and dispatcher.

Benefits

• Annual pay range of $45,000–$65,000, including base pay and monthly performance bonuses.
• Company vehicle and fuel card, including use for commuting to and from work.
• Health insurance and dental coverage.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick days, holidays, and birthday.
• Paid certifications and ongoing training.
• Promotion path from Route Technician to Lead Tech to Branch Manager.
• Reasonable accommodations available upon request.

What This Job Offers

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