Licensed Pest Control Tech - Route

Position Overview

Pest Control Technician – Licensed IDPH Technician.

Location: West Chicago, IL (Route: Elmhurst and surrounding areas).
Position Type: Full‑time (Monday‑Friday, occasional Saturdays).
Compensation: Base hourly plus commissions, with a $750 sign‑on bonus for a valid IDPH license.

• Operate a pest control route, applying pesticides following schedules, safety procedures, and label instructions.
• Maintain a daily schedule, arrive to customers’ homes on time, and use a company vehicle.
• Discuss scope of service with customers and assist in sales.
• Use in‑house training to determine the most efficient pest solution for each customer.
• Provide customers with pest control and eradication services and give estimates for one‑time treatments and ongoing maintenance.
• Complete all scheduled customer appointments on time in accordance with company policies and local regulations.
• Serve as the subject‑matter expert, implementing the most efficient pest solution for each customer’s needs.
• Use all safety equipment as instructed.
• Maintain professional appearance and keep equipment, vehicle, uniform, and documentation in working order.
• Devote full attention and time during working hours to the performance of duties as directed by supervisor and company.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid IDPH license (required for sign‑on bonus).
• Strong verbal, written, and in‑person communication skills.
• Customer‑service orientation and presentation skills.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform kneeling/bending tasks.
• Attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• Self‑motivated and results‑driven.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Pass a background check and drug screen.
• Pest‑control experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to read simple instructions and memos, write basic correspondence, and use an iPad.
• Ability to effectively present information to customers, clients, and coworkers.

• Company vehicle upon route assignment.
• Company‑provided cellphone, devices, or reimbursement.
• Company‑provided uniform.
• Red Wing and safety boot reimbursement program.
• Overtime, commissions, and role‑specific bonuses.
• Paid time off, paid sick time, and paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company‑provided life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with automatic employer contribution.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA), dependent‑care FSA.
• Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child).
• Voluntary short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• Employee assistance program.
• Pest Co discounts program (child care, event tickets, and more).
• Educational resources and on‑the‑job training.

• Paid training and hands‑on instruction – no experience required.
• Opportunities to expand licenses and complete extensive training modules.
• Internal growth prospects across 13 business units nationwide.

Pest Co provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.