Pest Control Technician

Rentokil Initial; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle is provided

Company cell phone

Bonuses/commissions after probation

Uniforms are provided

Steel toe footwear paid

Job summary

Rentokil Terminix Route Based in Red Deer, AB is hiring a route-based technician responsible for inspecting properties, applying pest control products, and advising clients on prevention. You will operate the company truck, maintain equipment, and build lasting client relationships on a recurring schedule.

The role requires 1–2 years of customer-facing experience, a valid driver’s license, and the willingness to obtain provincial licensing.

Qualifications

• 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 task after training.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, customer service and time management skills.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• 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 behavior 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

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Route Based in: Red Deer, AB

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada. Please note that Rentokil Terminix does not provide Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) sponsorship, work permit support, permanent residency support, or assistance with work permit renewals. 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 behavior 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

Requirements

• Valid FULL driver's license 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 task 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: $43,000 - 45,000 annually

Benefits

• 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

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.