Commercial Pest Technician

Responsibilities Conduct thorough inspections of client properties to identify pest infestations, damage, and entry points. Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, to eliminate pests while adhering to safety standards. Educate customers on pest prevention methods and the importance of maintaining a pest‑free environment. Provide advice to reduce the risk of future infestations. Build and maintain customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, and help with sales to current and new customers. Ensure 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 supplied by the company). Essential Job Functions Work in tight, confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, narrow aisles, or passageways. Work around animals, insects, termites, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, and scaffolding, as well as fumes, dust, and chemicals. Be able to work both indoors and outdoors in the local climate while wearing company‑provided weather gear. Perform frequent movement (sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, using stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles). Wear personal protective equipment, including an OSHA‑compliant respirator. Qualifications Clean shaven face for safety reasons (rebreathers require a proper seal). High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid driver’s license from the state of residence (company vehicle and gas card provided). Availability to work Monday–Friday and Saturdays as needed. Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills; ability to present information internally and externally. Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division in whole numbers, fractions, and decimals). Ability to follow instructions for mixing on product labels. Licenses/certificates required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by the company). Customer‑facing experience preferred. Benefits All full‑time colleagues qualify for the following benefits, and part‑time colleagues qualify for most after meeting certain criteria: Professional and Personal Growth : Multiple avenues to advance career, training and development programs, and tuition reimbursement (full‑time). Health and Wellness : Full‑time enrollment begins immediately with medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Savings and Retirement : 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions. Work‑Life Balance : Vacation, sick days, company‑paid holidays, and floating holidays. Rentokil is a drug‑free workplace and complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding qualified individuals with disabilities. This position is open to all applicants who meet the qualifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr