Pest Technician

Rentokil Pest Control South Africa; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Vacation days & sick days

Job summary

Rentokil Pest Control South Africa is seeking a Pest Control Technician in Saint Augustine, Florida. The role involves providing high-quality pest management services, conducting inspections, and applying treatments to ensure effective pest control for residential clients.

We offer immediate health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as professional growth opportunities. This position requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Clean shaven face for safety reasons.
• Valid driver’s license from state of residence.
• Willingness to work Monday-Friday and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections of client properties.
• Apply approved pest control products and educate customers.
• Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle.

Skills

Customer-facing experience

Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Job description

Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period!

For more information about our benefits, see below!

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. You will be responsible for identifying and eliminating pests from residential properties by conducting thorough inspections, determining the type of pest infestation, applying appropriate treatments like pesticides and traps, and providing preventative measures to prevent future infestations, all while adhering to safety regulations and communicating with clients about pest control solutions.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• 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.

What do you need?

• 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.
• Possess a valid driver’s license from state of residence.
• 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.

Benefits

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

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

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.