Pest Control Technician

Ecolab Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A pest management company is seeking Pest Control Technicians to deliver effective pest solutions and enhance customer relationships. The role involves maintaining a flexible schedule, using technology for documentation, and requires a High School diploma and a valid driver's license. Comprehensive benefits and a supportive workplace culture are part of the offer.

Benefits

Paid training program

Company service vehicle

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Two years work experience preferred.
• Valid Driver's License with an acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Willingness to be on-call during off-work hours and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide pest detection, elimination, and prevention solutions.
• Establish effective working relationships with customers.
• Use handheld computerized equipment to document pest issues.

Skills

Customer service

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

See why Food Processing Magazine honored Ecolab Pest Elimination as The Top Pest Management Company! Ecolab is seeking Pest Control Technicians to join its industry-leading Pest Elimination team. In this position, you will provide timely and cost-effective pest detection, elimination, and prevention solutions to an established route of commercial customers. You’ll provide brand protection to your around-the-clock customers, including commercial businesses such as restaurants, hotels, hospitals, nursing homes, schools, retail stores, and food and beverage processing plants.

What’s in it For You :

• Enjoy a paid training program allowing you to learn from successful professionals
• Receive a company service vehicle for business use
• Carve out a long-term, advanced career path in service, sales, or management
• Flexible, independent work environment where you will manage a monthly schedule
• Access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology
• Grow your income as you drive growth
• Thrive in a company that values a culture of safety, including top-notch safety training and personal protective equipment
• Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment – medical, dental, vision, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, and more!

What You Will Do :

• Establish effective working relationships with a variety of customers and partner with them on best practices to identify and solve pest problems.
• Keep abreast of Ecolab’s product/service offerings and industry conditions to enhance service and sales of pest prevention/elimination solutions.
• Use handheld computerized equipment to manage service and document structural, sanitation, and pest issues.
• Maintain flexibility to adjust your day to assist customers in a round-the-clock, fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.

Position Details :

• Candidate must reside in: Scarborough or surrounding areas
• Route territory will include: Downtown Toronto, Scarborough, and surrounding areas
• Overnight travel: 2-3 times per week / based on business needs

Minimum Qualifications :

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two years work experience preferred. New graduates welcome to apply!
• Valid Driver's License with an acceptable motor vehicle record, and ability to drive and maintain a company vehicle and equipment in clean and proper operating condition
• Must be able to work an overnight shift
• Willingness to be on-call during off-work hours and weekends as necessary
• Immigration sponsorship not available for this role

Physical Demands :

• Must have the ability to lift, push, pull, carry up to 50 pounds (25 kilograms) chest high.
• Must be able to access and work in various conditions, including confined spaces, damp and/or dusty locations, freezing, and hot conditions.
• Must be able to perform essential duties such as lifting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, using hands, balancing, walking, standing, talking, and hearing.
• Must be capable of wearing a respirator.
• Possess or be able to obtain required pest certification and/or business licensing pursuant to country or provincial law.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Previous customer service experience
• Ability to sell value-added products to existing customers
• Previous pest elimination industry or route experience preferred

Compensation Package :

• Competitive hourly rate with possibility for overtime
• Company-matched pension plan
• Company service vehicle with coverage on gas, maintenance, and insurance
• Benefits including medical, dental, disability coverage from day 1
• Cell phone
• Full training program with one-on-one coaching
• Shares purchase plan
• Education funding
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and promoting principles of Equal Opportunity Employment. We will recruit, hire, promote, transfer, and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. Ecolab does not discriminate against any associate or applicant based on race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability.