Pest Technician

Certus Pest, Inc.

West Sacramento (CA)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 30,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Take-home vehicle

Licensing paid by employer

Bonuses & commissions

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with Employer Matching

PTO

Job summary

Certus Home Services is seeking Pest Control Technicians to join a fast-growing team. You’ll run your own residential/commercial route, inspect properties, and apply safe treatments while building trusted customer relationships.

No prior pest control experience is required; we’ll train and license you, with paid training from day one. Competitive benefits, a take-home vehicle, and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

Valid driver's license with 5+ years of driving experience.
Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
A strong work ethic and comfort working independently and outdoors.
A mindset that treats your route like it's your own.

Responsibilities

Run a daily service route across residential and commercial properties, building lasting relationships with the same customers over time.
Inspect properties, correctly identify pest issues, and apply safe, effective treatments.
Educate customers and deliver a service experience good enough that they ask for you by name.
Spot opportunities for additional services and earn real bonus dollars when they convert.
Keep your vehicle, equipment, and records in top shape — because a professional operation reflects on you.
Work safely and follow every compliance and product-use standard, every time.

Skills

Driver's license + 5+ years driving

Background check & drug screening

Independent work ethic

Route ownership mindset

Education

Active pest control license

Job description

Own your route. Build a career. Get paid what you're worth.

Certus Home Services is one of the fastest-growing pest control companies in the country with 36 branches across 10 states, and we're hiring Pest Control Technicians ready to build something real. Steady income, a route they're proud of, and a clear path to more. No experience necessary. We'll train you, get you licensed, and pay you while we do it.

Why Technicians Choose Us:

Real Pay, Real Upside: $20-$22/hour base (based on experience and licensing), plus monthly performance bonuses and commissions on every lead you generate — uncapped.
A Route That's Yours: You'll run your own book of residential and commercial stops. The customers who trust you, the schedule you master, and the reputation you build on that route — that's yours to own.
A Truck and Tools Day One: Take-home company vehicle, fuel card, uniforms, and all equipment provided — no waiting.
Paid Training, Real Licensing: No pest control background? We'll train and license you, paid, from day one.
Benefits That Support You: Medical, dental, vision, Life Insurance, company paid disability, 401(k) with Employer Matching, and PTO.
A Career, Not a Ceiling: A defined path from technician to senior technician, sales, or branch leadership.
Stability in Any Economy: Pest control is a recession-resistant, year-round industry — and we're growing fast enough to prove it.

What You'll Do

Run a daily service route across residential and commercial properties, building lasting relationships with the same customers over time
Inspect properties, correctly identify pest issues, and apply safe, effective treatments
Educate customers and deliver a service experience good enough that they ask for you by name
Spot opportunities for additional services and earn real bonus dollars when they convert
Keep your vehicle, equipment, and records in top shape — because a professional operation reflects on you
Work safely and follow every compliance and product-use standard, every time

What Winning Looks Like on Your Route

Great technicians treat their route like their own business:

98%+ of scheduled stops completed, because your customers can count on you
90%+ customer satisfaction, because your name is on every visit
Zero preventable safety incidents — a professional runs a safe operation
Consistent monthly leads generated and converted — because you see opportunities others miss
A track record strong enough to open the door to your next role, whenever you're ready

Who You'll Work For

You won't be out there alone. Every route is backed by a local branch team and a manager who knows your market and is invested in your growth — real coaching, regular feedback, and honest conversations about what it takes to move up.

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What You'll Bring