Pest Technician

Job Overview

RK Environmental, a member of the Rentokil family of companies, specializes in Food Safety & Integrated Pest Management services across the United States. We are seeking Pest Control Technicians to provide industry-leading pest management services to commercial customers, particularly in food, pharmaceutical, and related environments.

• Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, to effectively eliminate pests while adhering to safety standards.
• Educate customers on pest prevention methods and the importance of maintaining a pest‑free environment; provide advice on reducing the risk of future infestations.
• Build relationships with customers, schedule and confirm appointments, assist with sales to current customers, and expand our product base to new customers.
• Ensure that all pest control equipment is properly maintained, stocked, and in good working condition.
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations regarding pest control products and safety protocols.
• Drive and safely operate a company‑provided service vehicle (routine maintenance provided).

• Effectively communicate with internal team and clients; be client‑focused, self‑motivated, possess effective time‑management skills, and interact professionally with clients.
• Perform quality pest inspections and effective treatments for clients in commercial food, pharmaceutical, and related environments.
• Manage inventory of equipment and supplies.
• Support clients’ food safety management systems: protect the food supply and the environment.
• Provide excellent client care & service, problem solving, and listening skills.

• High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Successfully meet pre‑employment background screen.
• Possess a state‑valid driver’s license and undergo motor vehicle driving record check (company vehicle and gas card provided).
• Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by us).
• Available to work Monday‑Friday and weekends as needed.
• Open to learning and becoming knowledgeable in all areas of pest control.
• Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Basic math skills – able to follow instructions for mixing on product labels.
• Customer‑facing experience preferred.

Hourly: $14.00 – $24.00 (base pay, with potential additional earnings from overtime, incentives, commissions, performance, and route assignment).

Full‑time colleagues qualify for a comprehensive benefits package beginning on day 1, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with company matching; paid vacation, sick days, holidays, and floating holidays. Additional benefits include training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, and professional growth opportunities.

We offer a career trajectory filled with opportunity, high performance rewards, and promotion from within. We are a Drug‑Free workplace and are committed to complying with all laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities.

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