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Pest Control Technician

Rentokil Pest Control South Africa, Cole Camp, MO, United States


Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period!
For more information about our benefits, see below!

What do our Pest Control Technicians do?
The primary purpose of this role is to perform our industry leading pest management services for residential customers. You will be responsible for identifying and eliminating pests from residential properties by conducting thorough inspections, determining the type of pest infestation, applying appropriate treatments like pesticides and traps, and providing preventative measures to prevent future infestations, all while adhering to safety regulations and communicating with clients about pest control solutions.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

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

Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, to effectively eliminate pests while adhering to safety standards

Educate customers on pest prevention methods and the importance of maintaining a pest-free environment. Provide advice on how to reduce the risk of future infestations.

Build relationships with customers, schedule and confirm their appointments, help with sales to current customers, and expand our product to new customers

Ensure that all pest control equipment is properly maintained, stocked, and in good working condition

Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations regarding pest control products and safety protocols

Drive and safely operate a company provided service vehicle (we provide routine maintenance)

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

What do you need?

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

High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Must possess a valid driver's license from state of residence (Company vehicle and gas card provided)

Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by us)

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 — You’ll need to be able to follow instructions for mixing on product labels

Customer-facing experience preferred

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

401(k) retirement plan with company‑matching contributions

Work‑Life Balance

Vacation days & sick days

Company‑paid holidays & floating holidays

A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility

This company is a Drug Free workplace.

Rentokil is committed to complying with all Federal, State, and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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