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Pest Technician
Rentokil Pest Control North America. Perform industry-leading pest management services for residential customers .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in pest management services, including inspection, identification, and treatment of pest infestations. Strong communication skills are essential for educating customers and building relationships while adhering to safety regulations.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Pest Management ServicesInspection and Identification of PestsApplication of Pest Control ProductsCustomer Relationship ManagementCompliance with Pest-Control Regulations
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Hard Skills
Pest Control TechniquesChemical ApplicationBasic Math SkillsReading and Writing SkillsInspection Skills
Soft Skills
Verbal Communication SkillsCustomer-Facing ExperienceAbility to Work in Confined Spaces
Tools & Technologies
Pest Control EquipmentService Vehicle
Certifications & Qualifications
Valid Driver's LicensePest Control Licenses/Certificates
Industry Keywords
Pest ControlInfestation PreventionSafety RegulationsCustomer Education
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 determine appropriate treatments
- Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps
- Educate customers on pest prevention and reducing future infestation risks
- Build customer relationships and schedule and confirm appointments
- Assist with sales to current customers and expand products to new customers
- Maintain, stock, and inspect pest control equipment
- Comply with local, state, and federal pest-control and safety regulations
- Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle
- Communicate with clients about pest-control solutions
Requirements
What you’ll need- High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Valid driver’s license from state of residence
- Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations
- Available to work Monday-Friday and weekends as needed
- Clean-shaven face for respirator safety
- 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-label mixing instructions
- Customer-facing experience preferred
- Ability to work in tight, confined spaces
- Ability to work around animals, insects, termites, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals
- Ability to work inside and outside in the local climate
- Ability to regularly sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and use stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment
Benefits
Comp & perks- Benefits start 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
- Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues
- Training and development programs
- Multiple avenues to grow your career
- Performance incentives may be offered
- Company-provided weather gear
- Company-provided service vehicle with routine maintenance
- Personal protective equipment, including an OSHA-compliant respirator
- Health, safety, and flexibility prioritized