Pest Control Technician

Rentokil Initial; Halifax; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pest control is seeking a dedicated Pest Control Technician to join their team. In this role, you will inspect properties, apply pest control solutions, and build relationships with clients. With a focus on professional development, this company offers ongoing training and financial incentives. Enjoy a supportive work environment with a range of perks, including a company vehicle, health benefits, and opportunities for bonuses. If you're passionate about customer service and looking to make a difference, this position is a great fit for you.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

Company Cell Phone

Production Bonuses

Uniforms Provided

100% Cost of Steel Toes Covered

Paid Holidays

Excellent Health Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of customer-facing experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass MVR check required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect properties to identify infestation sources and damage.
• Prepare and apply products on infested areas as per guidelines.
• Build customer relationships through friendly service.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Mechanical Sprayer

Electric Sprayer

Company Vehicle

Job description

Pest Control Technician

Route Based in: Halifax, NS

Rentokil Terminix is the world's largest pest control company, offering the broadest, most advanced range of pest control solutions and services in the industry. Rentokil Terminix has earned a reputation in Canada for full service pest solutions delivered through cutting edge technology and uncompromising quality. We support our self-motivated team’s professional development and personal goals with an environment that provides ongoing training, financial incentives for excellence, and additional rewards for growing the volume of Rentokil Terminix business. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands across industries as diverse as manufacturing, distribution, retail, food service, and hospitality.

Our certified technicians use innovative technologies to protect millions of homes and businesses throughout Canada.

Duties:

• Inspecting the interior and exterior of properties on a recurring schedule to identify infestation source, extent of damage, and access to infested locations.
• Preparing and applying product on infested areas using mechanical or electric sprayer and setting traps as per regulatory guidelines.
• Offering recommendations to clients on preventing pest infestation.
• Operate company truck and maintain service equipment.
• Build customer relationships through friendly, helpful, and courteous behaviour during service visits.
• Identify and engage customers of additional service offerings that will provide value to the customer.
• Studying preliminary reports of infested areas and determining the treatment type required to eliminate and prevent recurrence of infestation.
• Ensuring all work is documented and submitted electronically after each visit.
• Performing other duties as required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Valid FULL driver’s licence and ability to pass a MVR check.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1 to 2 years of customer facing and/or route based experience.
• Must pass a pre-employment background screen.
• Willing to obtain and maintain Structural Exterminator Licensing within the province with manager assistance.
• Available to work Monday to Friday with some weekends or on-call shifts when needed.
• Ability to work independently throughout daily tasks after training.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, customer service, and time management skills.
• Attention to detail.

Even if you don’t meet 100% of the requirements, we still welcome your application.

Number of Vacancies: 1

Salary Range: $36,000.00 to $40,000.00/year with the following perks:

• Company Vehicle is provided.
• Company cell phone.
• Ability to earn production bonuses and commissions after probationary period.
• Uniforms are provided.
• We pay for 100% of the cost of your steel toes.
• Company paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Excellent Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program that offers services such as free counselling services and other benefits.
• Colleague Resources Group available for various groups including (but not limited to) Women, Veterans, and Young Professionals.
• Retirement Savings plan with highly-competitive company-matching contributions of 3.5%.
• Employee Discounts.
• Fantastic Tuition Reimbursement benefits & Scholarship Programs.

AI technology may be used in selecting candidates for interviews. Rentokil Terminix is an equal opportunity employer. If you require any accommodations at any point during the interview process, please get in touch with our HR Department.