Pest Technician

The following is a description of the Pest Control Technician role at Rentokil. The position focuses on providing industry-leading pest management services for residential customers. Responsibilities 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, and assist with sales to current customers while expanding products 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). Essential Job Functions Work in tight, confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, narrow aisles, or passageways. Work around animals, insects, and termites. Handle mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals while trained for safety. Perform indoor and outdoor tasks in the local climate while wearing company‑provided weather gear. Move frequently, including sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and using stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including an OSHA‑compliant respirator. Qualifications Clean shaven face for safety reasons (rebreathers must seal the face). 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. Licenses and certificates required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by the company). Availability to work Monday‑Friday and weekends as needed. Openness 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. Benefits Full‑time colleagues qualify for a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Part‑time colleagues qualify for most benefits once certain criteria are met. Benefits also include a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching, paid vacation and sick days, company holidays, and floating holidays. The company supports professional growth through training and development programs and offers tuition reimbursement for full‑time colleagues. Company Information & EEO Statement Rentokil is a drug‑free workplace. The company is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. California residents may review privacy rights. In Massachusetts, it is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. By applying to this job, you agree to receive initial texts from systems used on behalf of Rentokil North America, Inc. You may change communication preferences or opt out of text messages from each system at any time. #J-18808-Ljbffr