Pest Control Technician

Start your career as a Pest Control Technician in our groundbreaking dual function pest control and fumigation position, supporting all aspects for pest elimination. In our 7-week comprehensive PAID TRAINING program designed to provide the tools and resources for you to be one of the best in your field in both pest elimination and commercial fumigation. We also provide assistance to obtain all necessary licenses – no prior experience required!

Whether supporting commercial businesses in safeguarding their customer and providing solution for everyday pest management or whether you are supporting the import or export of produce, pallets, or logs we have licensed experts across the U.S. The work supports the Ecolab Mission to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy, and healthy environments.  

In addition to joining a Fortune 500 organization, you will be eligible for our comprehensive benefits package Day 1! This includes access to a suite of offerings including but not limited to: health insurance, 401k with company match, pension, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, education assistance, and more.

What’s in it For You:  

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a growing company that is passionate about protecting the world’s vital resources  
• Abundant advancement opportunities within the Pest Division and across broader Ecolab  
• Work collaboratively in an active environment with a team of fumigation experts   
• Receive a company service vehicle for business use 
• Access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology 

What You Will Do: 

• You will be responsible for working with a variety of customers in the hospitality and other commercial businesses to identify and solve pest problems 
• Keep abreast of Ecolab’s product/service offerings and industry conditions, to enhance service and sales of pest prevention/elimination solutions 
• Use handheld computerized equipment to manage service and document structural, sanitation and pest issues, and gas monitoring equipment to conduct readings during fumigations
• Assist with the complete fumigation process, including but not limited to sealing, tarping, introduction of fumigant, conducting fume readings, and aerating/de-gassing facilities  
• Read, understand, follow labels, and MSDS forms for hazardous chemicals used during services provided  
• Inspect, maintain, and utilize Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) properly  
• Follow proper safety protocols including OSHA mandated and customer specified guidelines 
• Use equipment involved in fumigation management services, including electronic devices for recording and reporting data  

Position Details:   

As an Industry leader, it is no surprise Ecolab offers a world class training program designed to provide the tools and resources for you to be one of the best in your field. During your training program, you will be required to travel to Ecolab Corporate Headquarters in Saint Paul, Minnesota for 1 of the 7 weeks. The remaining weeks will be in-field training. Ecolab will arrange and pay for your travel and certain travel-related expenses. 

This position requires successful completion of the 7-week in-field and classroom training program to maintain employment. 2 of the weeks will be focusing on fumigation and the other 5 on pest elimination.

This is a field-based position and may require travel to the following cities and surrounding areas:

Location: Covington, Louisiana

Shift: Combination Shift; Monday - Friday

Minimum Qualifications:  

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Two years of work or military experience 
• Position requires a current and valid Driver's License
• Due to the nature and hours of work, must be 18 years of age or older
• Willingness to be on-call during off work hours and weekends as necessary 
• Position requires the ability to work overnight shifts as needed
• Anticipate 50% or more overnight travel for business during peak season  
• Position requires understanding and interpreting English labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for hazardous chemicals 
• Position requires the ability to obtain a TWIC card to access secure facilities
• Position requires the ability to obtain a CDL with Hazmat endorsement
• Position requires the ability to obtain required pest certification, fumigation licensing, and/or business licensing pursuant to state/local law
• Ecolab conducts a background check on all candidates who receive a job offer
• Due to federal contract requirements, this Pest Elimination position requires a drug test including THC for all candidates who receive a job offer
• Immigration sponsorship not available for this role 

Physical Demands:   

• Position requires wearing and using a respirator or Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
• Position requires lifting/pushing/pulling/carrying up to 70 pounds chest high
• Position requires working in a variety of conditions which may include confined spaces, damp and/or dusty locations, freezing and hot conditions, extreme heights of up to 150 feet, and use of ladders, scissor lifts, or arial boom lifts
• Essential duties of the position include lifting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, reaching, climbing, using hands and fingers, balancing, walking, standing, talking and hearing
• Drive a company vehicle as required to perform job duties (pre-employment and ongoing motor vehicle record checks will be performed to determine eligibility to drive a company vehicle)

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Previous customer service experience 
• Previous pest elimination industry or route experience
• Experience working with reading product labels, computing and mixing accurate concentrations of chemicals, following all label requirements

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $47,400-$71,000. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits 

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits. 

If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here. 

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

 

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website. 

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