Pest Control Technician

Overview

Pest Control Technician role at Western Exterminator Company (Rentokil family). We are the global leader in Pest Control and services across more than 90 countries, serving consumer and business customers. We protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet.

The primary purpose of this role is to perform industry-leading pest management services for residential customers. You will identify and eliminate pests from residential properties by conducting thorough inspections, determining the type of pest infestation, applying appropriate treatments (such as pesticides and traps), and providing preventative measures to prevent future infestations, all while adhering to safety regulations and communicating with clients about pest control solutions.

• Conduct thorough inspections of client properties to identify signs of pest infestations, damage, and entry points
• 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 how to reduce the risk of future infestations
• Build relationships with customers, schedule and confirm appointments, assist with sales to current customers, and expand our product to new customers
• Ensure pest control equipment is properly maintained, stocked, and in good working condition
• Adhere to local, state, and federal regulations regarding pest control products and safety protocols
• Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle (routine maintenance provided)

• Working in tight, confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, narrow aisles, or passageways
• Working around animals, insects and termites
• Handle conditions safely around mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights and scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals; training provided
• Work inside and outside in varying climates with company-provided weather gear
• Frequent movement: sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including OSHA-compliant respirators

• High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Successfully meet pre-employment background screen
• State valid driver’s license and ability to 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 to follow instructions for mixing on product labels
• Customer-facing experience preferred

Hourly: $17.60 - $22.98. Starting pay may vary based on location, skills, education, and experience. Total earnings may include overtime, incentives, commissions, performance, and route assignments where applicable.

A career with the Rentokil family offers opportunity, competitive pay, and potential performance incentives. All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for benefits;
Part-Time Colleagues may qualify after meeting criteria. Our Total Rewards Program includes professional and personal growth, health and wellness, savings and retirement, and work-life balance:

• Professional and Personal Growth: multiple avenues to grow your career, training and development programs, and tuition reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)
• Health and Wellness: health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus more; benefits start on day 1 for eligible roles
• Savings and Retirement: 401(k) with company matching
• Work-Life Balance: vacation and sick days, company-paid holidays and floating holidays, and a focus on health, safety, and flexibility

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