Pest Control Technician Trainee — Start Day 1 Benefits

Rentokil North America; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick days

Holidays and floating holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Rentokil North America is hiring Pest Control Technicians to perform residential pest management services, including inspections, treatment applications, and prevention education. You will engage with customers, operate company vehicles, and ensure safety compliance while maintaining equipment and building relationships for ongoing service.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and basic math and communication skills.

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
• 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

Customer-facing

Communication skills

Basic math skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Rentokil North America is hiring Pest Control Technicians to perform residential pest management services, including inspections, treatment applications, and prevention education. You will engage with customers, operate company vehicles, and ensure safety compliance while maintaining equipment and building relationships for ongoing service.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and basic math and communication skills.