Pest Technician

Ehrlich Pest Control

. Perform industry-leading pest management services for residential customers .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $18 - $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in pest management services, including inspection, identification, and treatment of pest infestations while adhering to safety regulations. Strong customer relationship skills and the ability to educate clients on preventative pest control measures are essential.

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Pest Management ServicesInspection and Identification of PestsCustomer Relationship BuildingKnowledge of Safety RegulationsLicenses/Certificates Compliance

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Hard Skills

Pest IdentificationChemical ApplicationPreventative Pest-Control AdviceBasic Math SkillsEquipment MaintenanceProduct Mixing Instructions

Soft Skills

Verbal Communication SkillsCustomer-Facing ExperienceOpen to Learning

Tools & Technologies

Pest-Control EquipmentService Vehicle

Certifications & Qualifications

Licenses/Certificates as Required

Industry Keywords

Pest ControlFederal RegulationsState RegulationsLocal RegulationsPersonal Protective EquipmentOSHA Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform industry-leading pest management services for residential customers
Inspect client properties for pest infestations, damage, and entry points
Identify pest types and apply approved chemicals, baits, traps, and other treatments
Provide preventative pest-control advice and educate customers
Build customer relationships and schedule and confirm appointments
Help with sales to current customers and expand products to new customers
Maintain, stock, and inspect pest-control equipment
Follow federal, state, and local pest-control and safety regulations
Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle
Complete initial training in-office for a few days and make occasional branch visits, typically monthly for team meetings

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations
Clean-shaven face for respirator safety
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 for following product mixing instructions
Customer-facing experience preferred
Ability to work in confined spaces and around animals, insects, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals
Ability to work inside and outside in the local climate
Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including an OSHA-compliant respirator
Ability to drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle

Benefits

Comp & perks

$1,500 sign-on bonus for licensed technicians
Benefits start on day 1 for full-time colleagues with no waiting period
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions
Vacation days and sick days
Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
Professional and personal growth opportunities
Training and development programs
Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues
Performance incentives
Company-provided weather gear
Company-provided service vehicle with routine maintenance
Licenses/certificates required by regulations covered by the company