Pest Technician – Trainee

TerminixSIS India

. Conduct thorough inspections of client properties to identify pest infestations, damage, and entry points .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeHugo • Oklahoma • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in pest management services, including inspections, treatments, and customer education while adhering to safety regulations. Possesses strong communication skills and the ability to build customer relationships effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Pest Management ServicesCustomer EducationSafety Regulations ComplianceState Valid Driver’s LicenseLicenses/Certificates as Required

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Hard Skills

Pest Control Products ApplicationInspectionsPesticidesBaitsTrapsBasic Math SkillsReading and Writing Skills

Soft Skills

Customer-Facing ExperienceCommunication SkillsRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Pest Control EquipmentPersonal Protective EquipmentOSHA-Compliant Respirator

Certifications & Qualifications

Licenses/Certificates as Required by Regulations

Industry Keywords

Pest ControlInfestation PreventionLocal, State, and Federal RegulationsService Vehicle Operation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct thorough inspections of client properties to identify pest infestations, damage, and entry points
Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, while adhering to safety standards
Educate customers on pest prevention and reducing future infestation risks
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 local, state, and federal pest control and safety regulations
Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle
Perform pest management services for residential customers
Identify and eliminate pests through inspections, treatments, pesticides, and traps
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
Successfully meet pre-employment background screen
Possess a state valid driver’s license and undergo motor vehicle driving record check
Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations
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, including following instructions for mixing products according to labels
Customer-facing experience preferred
Clean shaven face for respirator safety
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 personal protective equipment such as an OSHA-compliant respirator

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits start Day 1 for full-time colleagues with no waiting period
Multiple avenues to grow your career
Training and development programs
Tuition reimbursement benefits for full-time colleagues
Health benefits including 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
Company-provided service vehicle
Company-provided weather gear
Company vehicle and gas card provided
Licenses/certificates required by regulations covered by the employer
Performance incentives offered for many roles