Pest Control Technician

ECOLAB; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 23,741 - 33,814; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity for career growth

Job summary

A leading pest control company in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Pest Control Technician Trainee. This role involves participating in a 5-week training program to learn pest elimination techniques while working with various customers. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and be available for overnight shifts. The position allows for career growth in a supportive environment with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Current and valid Driver's License with no restrictions required.
• Availability for overnight shifts and on-call duties.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 5-week paid training program for pest control.
• Establish relationships with commercial customers.
• Document pest issues using specialized equipment.

Skills

Pest detection

Customer service

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Handheld computerized equipment

Job description

Overview

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolab's team and help create a world in which we all thrive.

Our Pest Elimination team proudly serves our communities and customers by safeguarding public health, food safety and property from the damaging effects of pests. Focused exclusively on commercial pest solutions, we deliver science-based expertise and cutting-edge innovation to solve the industry's most complex pest challenges. By partnering with our customers in these markets, you can be part of a team that helps protect facilities, employees, and brands at a time when it's more important than ever.

Ecolab is seeking a Pest Control Technician Trainee to join our team in Baltimore, MD. As a Pest Control Technician Trainee, you'll be at the forefront of protecting public health and commercial businesses by delivering science-based pest elimination solutions. Through our industry-leading training program, you'll gain the skills and certifications needed to build a long-term career in service, sales, or management. This is your opportunity to grow your career while helping others thrive.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Participate in a 5-week paid training program to learn pest detection, elimination, and prevention techniques
• Establish effective working relationships with a variety of commercial customers, including those in the hospitality and foodservice industries
• Partner with customers on best practices to identify and solve pest elimination needs
• Maintain expertise in Ecolab's product and service offerings to enhance service and sales
• Use handheld computerized equipment to document structural, sanitation, and pest issues
• Deliver timely, cost-effective, and high-quality service under close supervision
• Obtain required pest control licensing and/or certification as mandated by state/local law

Position Details:

• Location: Baltimore, MD
• Territory: Baltimore, MD
• Work Week & Shift: Overnight Shift; Sunday-Thursday (9/10pm-5/6am)
• Travel Requirement: 1 week in St. Paul, MN for training. You are responsible to have the proper documentation to fly such as a Real ID or other acceptable form of identification

What's Unique About This Role:

• Work independently in a flexible, field-based environment
• Help protect customer brands and public health through science-based solutions

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of work or military experience
• Current and valid Driver's License with no restrictions
• Availability to work overnight shifts and be on call during off-hours and weekends as needed
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Obtaining pest certification and/or business licensing pursuant to state/local law
• Ecolab conducts a background check on all candidates who receive a job offer
• Drug test including THC for all candidates who receive a job offer (federal contract requirements)
• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role

• Physical Demands: Position requires lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying up to 50 pounds chest high; wearing a respirator; working in varied conditions (confined spaces, damp/dusty areas, extreme temperatures); climbing ladders; stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching; standing for extended periods; and driving a company vehicle (motor vehicle record checks will be performed)

• Note: Traveling and field work may be required. This role involves working overnight and on-call hours.

Preferred Qualifications

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

What's in it for you:

• Starting on Day 1: Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, and more
• The opportunity to take on some of the world's most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

About Ecolab

At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent-first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. Our solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to sustainability and public health, making a positive impact on the world. We are committed to eliminating unnecessary complexities and embracing a beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual or Hourly Compensation Range: 20.89 hourly rate. This role pays an hourly rate and is eligible for overtime. Compensation depends on factors such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, auto, home, pet insurance, identity protection, disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation, holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans; on-site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select locations; additional benefits information available on our site.

Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

• Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
• Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested and approved.

ADA & Inclusion

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you require accommodation in this process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the career site footer.

Commitment to Inclusion

We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and to recruiting, hiring, promoting, and advancing based on qualifications and performance. We will not discriminate because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status. We support Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) programs and comply with applicable state and local laws, including fair chance laws where applicable.