Pest Control Technician

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.

Pest Control Technician Trainee –
Union, NJ – is a role that combines frontline pest protection with a comprehensive training program, enabling you to build a long-term career in service, sales or management.

• 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 or local law.

• Location: Union, NJ
• Territory: Union, Short Hills, Parsippany (50‑mile radius)
• Work Week & Shift: 8 pm–5 am Sunday to Thursday
• Training Pay: $24.00 per hour
• Travel Requirement: Training in Eagan, MN for 1 week during the training period
• Responsible for proper travel documentation (e.g., 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.
• 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.
• Additional pest certification and/or business licensing pursuant to state or local law.
• Background check and drug test including THC for all candidates who receive an 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.

• Starting on Day 1:
  Access to a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401 K matching, company‑paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, 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 shape your career with a company passionate about growth.
• The support of an organization that values diversity and inclusion.

The total compensation range for this position is $53,600–$80,300, which includes base pay and target incentive based on performance once the comprehensive paid training program is completed. Compensation may vary by experience, education, training and geography. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits to meet the needs of associates and their families, including medical, dental, vision, 401 K matching, pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, discounted childcare, and more.

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