Pest Control Technician

The Terminix International Company Limited Partnership; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation days

Paid holidays

Job summary

Rentokil is seeking Pest Control Technicians to deliver industry-leading pest management services for residential customers. You will conduct thorough inspections, apply approved products, and educate clients on prevention.

You will work in various settings, handle PPE, and drive a company vehicle. This role requires a high school diploma, valid licenses, and availability Mon-Fri plus weekends. Starting pay ranges $22–$24 per hour with benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• Licenses/certificates as required by regulations (provided by us).
• Available to work Monday–Friday and weekends as needed.
• Open to learning and becoming knowledgeable in pest control.
• Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections of client properties to identify signs of 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 a pest-free environment.
• Provide advice on how to reduce the risk of future infestations.
• Build relationships with customers, schedule and confirm appointments, assist with sales, and expand products to new customers.
• Ensure pest control equipment is maintained, stocked, and in good working condition.
• Adhere to local, state, and federal regulations regarding pest control and safety protocols.
• Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle.

Skills

Customer-facing experience

Reading & writing

Verbal communication

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Employer Overview

Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period! For more information about our benefits, see below! We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands and serve consumer and business customers across multiple industries. We are extremely proud of our legacy of excellence and constantly work to fulfill our mission to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet."

Job Purpose

What do our Pest Control Technicians do? The primary purpose of this role is to perform our industry leading pest management services for residential customers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections of client properties to identify signs of pest infestations, damage, and entry points
• Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, to effectively eliminate pests while adhering to safety standards
• Educate customers on pest prevention methods and the importance of maintaining a pest-free environment.
• Provide advice on how to reduce the risk of future infestations.
• Build relationships with customers, schedule and confirm their appointments, help with sales to current customers, and expand our product to new customers
• Ensure that all 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 (we provide routine maintenance)

Essential Job Functions

• Working in tight, confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, narrow aisles, or passageways
• Working around animals, insects and termites
• You’ll sometimes be working around mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights and scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals, and we’ll train you how to handle all of these conditions safely
• Able to work both inside and outside in your local climate in company-provided weather gear
• Lots of moving around - regularly sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, up and down stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles
• You’ll need to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), like an OSHA-compliant respirator

Qualifications

• Clean shaven face- for safety reasons (rebreathers have to be able to seal your face)
• High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by us)
• Available to work Monday-Friday and weekends as needed
• Open to learning and becoming knowledgeable in all areas of pest control
• Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
• Basic math skills — You’ll need to be able to follow instructions for mixing on product labels
• Customer-facing experience preferred

Pay and Benefits

Base Pay Range Hourly: $22.00 - $24.00 While starting pay falls within the given range, it can vary based on factors like geographic location, skills, education, and experience. Total earnings may also be affected by overtime, incentives, commissions, performance, and route assignment (where applicable).

Why Choose Us? A career with the Rentokil family of companies can be a professional trajectory filled with opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a world-class team that rewards high performance, and we love to promote from within. We offer competitive pay and many of our roles offer performance incentives. Below you'll find information about some of what we have to offer. All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits after they meet certain criteria.

• Professional and Personal Growth
• Multiple avenues to grow your career
• Training and development programs available
• Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)
• Health and Wellness
• Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1
• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more
• Savings and Retirement 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions
• Work-Life Balance Vacation days & sick days
• Company-paid holidays & floating holidays
• A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility

Company Information

We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work.

This company is a Drug Free workplace. Rentokil is committed to complying with all Federal, State, and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Rentokil is a family of companies in North America. 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. We are extremely proud of our legacy of excellence and constantly work to enhance the value and impact of our services.