Pest Technician I

Rentokil Pest Control North America

Fayetteville (NC)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 32,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Vacation and holidays

Training and development

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

Rentokil Pest Control North America is seeking a diligent Pest Control Technician to inspect facilities, identify pests, and apply targeted control strategies. You will work with food manufacturers, distributors, and pharmaceutical clients, ensuring compliance and safety.

After an extensive training period, you’ll operate independently with team support. You should be detail-oriented, possess strong communication skills, and be willing to learn new pest management techniques.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Client-facing experience preferred.
Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
Comfortable using handheld devices and Google Workspace.
Willingness to learn pest control techniques and safety practices.

Responsibilities

Pest inspection and identification to determine pest activity.
Develop and implement pest control solutions for food manufacturers, distributors, and pharmaceutical clients.
Advise on and perform exclusion methods to prevent pest entry.
Document actions taken and provide recommendations for ongoing pest management.
Work independently after training with support from team and office staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Tech familiarity (handheld, apps, G-SU

Willingness to learn pest control

Self-directed work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Client-facing experience preferred

Job description

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

For more information about our benefits, see below!

We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands and serve consumer and business customers across multiple industries. We are extremely proud of our legacy of excellence and constantly work to fulfill our mission to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet".

RK Environmental Services

Elevate your career with RK Environmental Services (RKE), the industry-leading name in commercial pest management. We dominate the food manufacturing, distribution, and pharmaceutical sectors across 31 states, delivering high-impact consulting and advanced Integrated Pest Management solutions. Forget the mundane-here, you are a vital subject matter expert. You'll be fully empowered to lead client accounts, own your decision-making, and drive real, tangible results.

The Right Fit

Do you thrive on mystery and investigation, much like the experts on CSI? Then jump into the high-stakes world of commercial pest management! We set the gold standard in the industry, and we're looking for driven individuals who are obsessed with getting the job done right the first time. Bring us your curiosity and a hunger to learn, and we'll provide the comprehensive training and support you need to launch a long, prosperous, and truly rewarding career.

Duties Of a Pest Control Technician

Our Pest Control Technicians are highly trained, licensed, and skilled individuals who are compelled to solve pest problems from simple to complex scenarios.
Our Pest Control Technicians may work exclusively with food manufacturers, distributors, pharmaceutical and food grade clients.
The primary duties of RKE Pest Control Technicians include inspection, pest identification, selecting pest control methods/products required, exclusion practices to keep pests out of structures, documentation and recommendation of action taken and required.
After an extensive paid training period, our Pest Control Technicians work independently, with support from colleagues, management and the office team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Pest Control - Conduct inspections to determine the source of pest activity. Select and build a solution of products and services to remedy pest presence. Perform pest treatments and install products to create a pest-free environment. Operate and maintain service vehicles and equipment.
Client Experience - Build relationships with our high profile clients through friendly, helpful, and courteous behavior during service visits. Listen to client needs and offer solutions to pest issues and recommend appropriate services to resolve client concerns. Identify and alert clients of additional service offerings that will provide value to the client.
Continuous Learning and Development- Become knowledgeable in the array of available products and services. Stay current on the latest developments, trends, technology, and regulations in the pest control industry. Training and development doesn’t stop at pest control, we also coach and train on running a business, managing time and efficiencies and interpersonal skills. Obtain and maintain licenses/certificates required by federal, state, and local regulations.

Education & Experience

High school diploma or GED
Client-facing experience preferred

Other Skills, Attributes, And Abilities

Demonstrated attention to detail
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
Experience using technology in a work environment, handheld, apps, Google suite - gmail, calendar and g-drive a plus
Open to learning and becoming knowledgeable in the area of pest control
Comfortable with self-directed working conditions after a training period

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
Clean shaven face- for safety reasons (rebreathers have to be able to seal your face)

Why Choose Us?

A career with the Rentokil family of companies can be a professional trajectory filled with opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a world-class team that rewards high performance, and we love to promote from within. We offer competitive pay and many of our roles offer performance incentives.

Below you'll find information about some of what we have to offer. All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits after they meet certain criteria.

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