Pest Control Technician Apprentice

Shift Ladder; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Shift Ladder is seeking a Pest Control Trainee in the United States. You will shadow a licensed technician, learn what to spray, where to spray, and why, while gaining hands-on experience.

You’ll identify pests by sight or by client cues, study for the state license exam in your off hours, and start carrying equipment and chemical tanks as you train.

This entry role begins with 0–6 months of on-the-job training and license preparation, with growth opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with on-the-job training for state license.
• Willingness to learn and physical stamina.
• Ability to stay composed around pests and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Shadow a licensed technician and learn what to spray, where to spray, and why.
• Identify pests by sight - or by the client pointing and screaming.
• Study for the state pest control license exam in your off hours.
• Carry equipment and chemical tanks that make you feel like a one-person SWAT team.
• Learn the difference between a German cockroach and an American cockroach (yes, it matters).
• Build up your tolerance for crawlspaces, attics, and things with too many legs.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Physical stamina

Composure around pests

Following instructions

Education

High school diploma + on-the-job training (studying for state license)

Tools

Pest identification (insects, rodents, wildlife)

Basic chemical safety & handling

Job description

Shift Ladder is seeking a Pest Control Trainee in the United States. You will shadow a licensed technician, learn what to spray, where to spray, and why, while gaining hands-on experience.

You’ll identify pests by sight or by client cues, study for the state license exam in your off hours, and start carrying equipment and chemical tanks as you train.

This entry role begins with 0–6 months of on-the-job training and license preparation, with growth opportunities within the company.