Pest Control Technician-American Pest Control Peoria, Illinois

Overview

American Pest Control, your hometown brand across Central Illinois since 1951, recently joined OPC Pest Services and the Rollins Family of Brands. We are searching for Pest Control Technicians to perform pest management services in the Northern Peoria and Chillicothe, Illinois service area. Our pest professional positions offer full-time employment all year round!

Cut your commute and start your route from home! Named one of the top 100 Jobs in the United States by US News & Report, Pest Control Technicians provide pest management services to residential, industrial, institutional and commercial customers. Our technicians enjoy production‑based salaries, excellent benefits and a great work‑life balance. No pest control experience necessary. We look forward to having you on our Team!

• Competitive compensation – training wage starts at $25 per hour, then move to commission‑based pay with potential to earn between $45,000 to $65,000 base wage annually or more.
• Earn uncapped monthly sales commissions.
• Take home vehicle to start and end route—advertise for American and OPC to grow your brand!
• Comprehensive benefits package including low‑cost medical, dental, vision insurances, 1× annual salary life insurance and many more optional benefits.
• 401(k) plan with up to 4.5% company match, Rollins employee stock purchase plan.
• Six paid holidays and a generous PTO program – earn up to 15 PTO days your first year.
• Continuous training and education through our in‑house training sessions as well as outside seminars.

Our mission is to help protect our customers' health and property by providing valuable, high‑quality solutions delivered by passionate professionals. We have built our reputation on our company's belief of putting the customer experience first and the Pest Control Technician is key to delivering on this purpose.

You will…

• Deliver high quality pest management services in accordance with company, manufacturer, and governmental guidelines to commercial and residential customers.
• Build strong relationships with customers to be attentive to their needs in controlling pest matters.
• Seek opportunities for customer base growth.
• Read and follow all label instructions for products utilized while performing pest management services.
• Develop and maintain records of field activities, such as but not limited to service tickets, inspection reports, and service agreements.
• Partner with call center and office staff to schedule/re‑schedule services, prioritize work and arrange service calls as necessary.

…And serve as a key member of the branch team!

• Professional:
  Do your best to be the best.
• Ethical:
  Do the right thing.
• Selfless:
  Do more for others.
• Teamwork:
  Do it for you, me & OPC. – American Pest

We are ready to bring on passionate, customer‑focused individuals who can grow with us and help expand our presence across Illinois. Bring your dedication, a good driving record and a readiness to learn.

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience in home services industry is preferred but not required.
• Must maintain a good driving record and be able to pass criminal history background check, physical exam and drug screen.

Candidates must be able to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Safely use a ladder within the manufacturer’s weight capacity.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Safely access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, rooftops, etc.
• Able to work in all types of weather conditions.

Apply today!

American Pest and OPC is an Equal Opportunity/Proud Veteran/Individuals with Disabilities Employer.