Pest Control Technician

Join Ecolab's Pest Elimination team to safeguard public health, food safety, and property from pests. Specializing in commercial pest solutions, we deliver science‑based expertise and innovative solutions across hospitality, food service, and other commercial markets.

Pest Control Technician Trainee – Destin, FL

• Participate in a 5‑week paid training program to learn pest detection, elimination, and prevention techniques.
• Establish relationships with commercial customers, including 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: Destin, FL
• Territory: Destin, Panama City, Crestview, Pensacola
• Work Week & Shift: Combination shift – 50% day shift Monday‑Friday, 50% overnight shift Sunday‑Thursday;
  Full time.
• Training Pay: $19.31 per hour
• Travel Requirement: 1 week of training in Eagan, MN (candidate responsible for travel documents).

• High‑school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of work or military experience.
• 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.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Position requires obtaining pest certification and/or business licensing pursuant to state/local law.
• Background check and drug test (including THC) required for all offers.
• Immigration sponsorship is not available.

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

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

Total compensation range: $48,700‑$73,000 (includes base pay and target incentive after training).

Full benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, company‑paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, childcare discounts, and more.

• May be required to undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
• Must be fully vaccinated for COVID‑19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested and approved by Ecolab.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status. We also adhere to applicable fair chance hiring ordinances.