Pest Control Technician: Benefits Day 1 + Vehicle

Rentokil Initial; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Vacation days & sick days

Company-paid holidays & floating days

Job summary

Rentokil Initial is hiring a Pest Control Technician to perform residential pest management, including inspections, identifying pests, applying treatments, and advising customers on prevention. You will work on a full‑time basis in California, with a range of duties from inspections to driving a company vehicle and maintaining equipment.

We offer benefits starting on day one, safety training, and opportunities for growth within the Rentokil family.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must possess a valid driver's license from state of residence (Company vehicle and gas card provided)
• 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

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)

Skills

Inspecting pests

Pest control knowledge

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Rentokil Initial is hiring a Pest Control Technician to perform residential pest management, including inspections, identifying pests, applying treatments, and advising customers on prevention. You will work on a full‑time basis in California, with a range of duties from inspections to driving a company vehicle and maintaining equipment.

We offer benefits starting on day one, safety training, and opportunities for growth within the Rentokil family.