Pest Control Technician

About the Role

We are seeking a Pest Control Technician Trainee to join our team in Ardmore, OK. As a trainee, you will learn to protect public health and commercial businesses by delivering science‑based pest elimination solutions through a 5‑week paid training program. You will learn detection, elimination, and prevention techniques, establish relationships with commercial customers, partner on best practices, maintain expertise in Ecolab’s product and service offerings, document issues with handheld equipment, deliver timely and cost‑effective service under supervision, and obtain required pest control licensing or certification as mandated by state or local law.

• Participate in a 5‑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 food service 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

• Location:
  
  Ardmore, OK
• Work Week & Shift: Combination Days & Overnights
• Training Pay: $19.31/hour + Overtime
• Travel Requirement:
  Training in Eagan, MN for 1 week during training period
• You are responsible to have the proper documentation to fly, such as a Real  other acceptable form of identification

• Work independently in a flexible, field‑based environment
• Help protect customer brands and public health through science‑based solutions

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of work or military experience
• Position requires a current and valid Driver’s License with no restrictions
• 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
• 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
• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role

• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying up to 50 pounds chest high
• Wearing and using a respirator
• Working in a variety of conditions including confined spaces, damp/dusty areas, and extreme temperatures
• Climbing ladders and performing physical tasks such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and standing for extended periods
• Driving a company vehicle as required (ongoing motor vehicle record checks will be performed)

• Previous customer service experience
• Experience selling value‑added products to existing customers
• Previous pest elimination industry or route experience preferred

• Starting on Day 1:
  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!
• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

The total compensation range for this position is $46,300–$69,300 which includes base pay and target incentive based on performance, per plan terms after completion of the comprehensive paid training program. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience,…