Pest Control Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Maintain a 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.
• Required licenses or certificates as applicable under federal, state, and local regulations; the company covers these requirements.
• 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.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and around animals, insects, termites, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in the local climate and wear required personal protective equipment, including an OSHA-compliant respirator.
• Ability to regularly sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and use stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles.

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, in accordance with safety standards.
• Educate customers about 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 introduce 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

• Benefits begin on day one for full-time colleagues, with no waiting period.
• Training and development programs.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
• Vacation days and sick days.
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Performance incentives may be offered for some roles.
• Company-provided weather gear.
• Company-provided service vehicle with routine maintenance.