Pest Control Technician

Ecolab

Pest Control Technician Trainee joining Ecolab’s Pest Elimination team. Participating in training programs to establish pest detection, elimination, and prevention techniques.

Posted 7/13/2026full-timeOakland • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $53,600 - $80,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in pest detection, elimination, and prevention techniques while maintaining strong customer relationships in the hospitality and foodservice industries. Capable of obtaining necessary pest control licensing and certifications, and proficient in using computerized equipment for documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Pest Control LicensingClass C CDL With Hazmat EndorsementTWIC CardCustomer Service ExperiencePest Elimination Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Pest Detection TechniquesPest Elimination TechniquesChemical MixingProduct Label UnderstandingDocumentation Skills

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingProblem SolvingCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Handheld Computerized Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Pest CertificationBusiness Licensing

Industry Keywords

Hospitality IndustryFoodservice IndustryValue-Added ProductsRoute Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in a 7-week paid training program to learn pest detection, elimination, and prevention techniques
Establish effective working relationships with a variety of commercial customers, including those in the hospitality and foodservice industries
Partner with customers on best practices to identify and solve pest elimination needs
Maintain expertise in Ecolab’s product and service offerings to enhance service and sales
Use handheld computerized equipment to document structural, sanitation, and pest issues
Deliver timely, cost-effective, and high-quality service under close supervision
Obtain required pest control licensing and/or certification as mandated by state/local law

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
Two years of work or military experience
Position requires a current and valid Driver’s License with no restrictions.
Must acquire a Class C CDL with hazmat endorsement
Position requires a TWIC card or the ability to obtain one
Availability to work overnight shifts and be on call during off-hours and weekends as needed
Due to the nature and hours of the work, must be 18 years of age or older
Position requires obtaining pest certification and/or business licensing pursuant to state/local law
Position requires the ability to understand product labels, compute and mix accurate concentrations of chemicals, and follow all label requirements
Ecolab conducts a background check on all candidates who receive a job offer
Due to federal contract requirements, this position requires a drug test including THC for all candidates who receive a job offer
Previous customer service experience
Experience selling value-added products to existing customers
Previous pest elimination industry or route experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, and more!