Pest Control Technician

Overview

Join Ecolab's Pest Elimination team to help safeguard public health, food safety and property by delivering science-based pest elimination solutions for commercial customers. This role offers industry-leading training and a path to career growth in service, sales, or management.

• Participate in a 5-week paid training program to learn pest detection, elimination, and prevention techniques
• Establish effective working relationships with a variety of commercial customers, including hospitality and food service industries
• Partner with customers on best practices to identify and solve pest elimination needs
• Maintain expertise in Ecolab's product and service offerings to enhance service and sales
• Use handheld computerized equipment to document structural, sanitation, and pest issues
• Deliver timely, cost-effective, and high-quality service under close supervision
• Obtain required pest control licensing and/or certification as mandated by state/local law

• Location: Odessa, Texas
• Work Week & Shift: Monday – Friday, 4:00 AM to 2:00 PM
• Travel Requirement: Training in Eagan, MN for 1 week during the training period; you must have proper documentation to fly (e.g., Real  acceptable alternative)

• Work independently in a flexible, field-based environment
• Help protect customer brands and public health through science-based solutions

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of work or military experience
• Current and valid driver’s license with no restrictions
• Availability to work overnight shifts and be on call during off-hours and weekends as needed
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Obtaining pest certification and/or business licensing pursuant to state/local law
• Ecolab conducts a background check on all candidates who receive a job offer
• Drug test including THC required for all candidates who receive a job offer (federal contract requirements)
• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role

• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying up to 50 pounds chest high
• Wearing and using a respirator
• Working in confined spaces, damp/dusty areas, and extreme temperatures
• Climbing ladders and performing physical tasks such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and standing for extended periods
• Driving a company vehicle (ongoing motor vehicle record checks will be performed)
• Ecolab provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with a disability

• Experience selling value-added products to existing customers
• Previous pest elimination industry or route experience preferred
• Customer service experience

• Starting on Day 1: access to a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, discounted childcare resources, and more
• Opportunity to tackle meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
• Ability to shape your career with a growth-focused company
• Inclusion and engagement of diverse people, perspectives, and ideas

At Ecolab, we prioritize a talent-first philosophy with a diverse team serving nearly three million customer sites. Our 48,000 associates deliver science-based solutions, data-driven insights, and world-class service to advance food safety, clean environments, and sustainability across more than 170 countries.

• Annual or Hourly Compensation Range: The total compensation range for this position is $48,700–$73,000, including base pay and target incentive after completion of the comprehensive paid training program. Compensation is influenced by experience, education, training, geography, and other factors. We comply with wage and overtime laws.
• Benefits: Ecolab offers comprehensive, market-competitive benefits. See our official benefits page for details.

• Potential Customer Requirements Notice: Some customer-facing roles may require additional background screens or drug/alcohol testing for credentialing and may require COVID-19 vaccination (with medical/religious accommodations considered).
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Ecolab provides reasonable accommodation during the application process upon request.
• EEO & Inclusion: Ecolab is committed to inclusion and equal opportunity in employment. We consider qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws and local ordinances.