Pest Control Technician

Overview

Life insurance, parental leave, 401(k), company vehicle, employee discount. United States, Washington, Seattle. Feb 02, 2026.

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolab's team and help create a world in which we all thrive. Our Pest Elimination team proudly serves our communities and customers by safeguarding public health, food safety and property from the damaging effects of pests. Focused exclusively on commercial pest solutions, we deliver science-based expertise and cutting-edge innovation to solve the industry's most complex pest challenges.

By partnering with our customers in these markets, you can be part of a team that helps protect facilities, employees, and brands at a time when it is more important than ever.

Ecolab is seeking a Pest Control Technician Trainee to join our team in Seattle, WA
. As a Pest Control Technician Trainee, you will be at the forefront of protecting public health and commercial businesses by delivering science-based pest elimination solutions. Through our industry-leading training program, you will gain the skills and certifications needed to build a long-term career in service, sales, or management. This is your opportunity to grow your career while helping others thrive.

• 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: Seattle, WA

Work Week & Shift: Night Shift (Sunday - Thursday, 9pm - 5am)

Travel Requirement: Training in Eagan, MN for 1 week during training period. You are responsible for proper documentation to fly (e.g., Real  other acceptable form of identification).

• Position Details:
  • Location: Seattle, WA
  • Work Week & Shift: Night Shift (Sunday - Thursday, 9pm - 5am)
  • Travel Requirement: Training in Eagan, MN for 1 week during training period (you are responsible to have proper documentation to fly).

• 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
• Obtaining pest certification and/or business licensing pursuant to state/local law
• Background check conducted on all candidates who receive a job offer
• Drug test including THC required 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 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 (ongoing motor vehicle record checks will be performed)

• Experience selling value-added products to existing customers
• Previous pest elimination industry or route experience preferred
• Access to our comprehensive benefits package starting Day 1 (medical, dental, vision, 401K match, pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, childcare resources, and more)

• The opportunity to take on meaningful challenges while helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
• Shape your career with a growth-focused company
• Be part of an organization that values diverse perspectives and inclusive engagement

At Ecolab, we prioritize a talent-first philosophy with a diverse team serving nearly…