Pest Control Technician

Base Pay Range

Hourly: $20.00 - $26.00

While starting pay falls within the given range, it can vary based on factors like geographic location, skills, education, and experience. Total earnings may also be affected by overtime, incentives, commissions, performance, and route assignment (where applicable).

Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period! For more information about our benefits, see below!

We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. We are a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands and serve consumer and business customers across multiple industries. Our mission is to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet."

What do our Pest Control Technicians do?

The primary purpose of this role is to perform pest management services for residential customers. You will identify and eliminate pests from residential properties by conducting inspections, determining the type of pest infestation, applying treatments like pesticides and traps, and providing preventative measures to prevent future infestations, 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, help with sales to current customers, and expand our product 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

• Work in tight, confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, narrow aisles, or passageways
• Work around animals, insects and termites
• Work around mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights and scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals; training provided on how to handle these conditions safely
• Work inside and outside in various climates with company-provided weather gear
• Move frequently — sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, go up and down stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE), such as an OSHA-compliant respirator

• Clean-shaven face for safety reasons (rebreathers must seal the face)
• High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Possess a valid driver’s license in the state of residence
• 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

Work Environment and Other Details

• Fully eligible for benefits starting on day 1 for full-time colleagues
• Health and wellness benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions
• Vacation days, sick days, company-paid holidays & floating holidays
• A focus on health, safety, and flexibility

Additional Information

This company is a Drug Free workplace. Rentokil is committed to complying with all Federal, State, and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. California residents: review privacy rights. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment. By applying, you agree to receive initial texts from systems used on behalf of Rentokil North America, Inc.

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We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work. Is that you?