Pest Control Technician Apprenticeship Apprenticeship

As a Pest Control Technician Apprentice, you will have the unique opportunity to shadow experienced pest control technicians, learn about the career, perform general pest control tasks, and work towards obtaining your pest control license. This program is specifically designed for transitioning Service Members, providing a pathway to a rewarding career in pest control.

ABOUT THE JOB

As a Pest Control Technician Apprentice, you will have the unique opportunity to shadow experienced pest control technicians, learn about the career, perform general pest control tasks, and work towards obtaining your pest control license. This program is specifically designed for transitioning Service Members, providing a pathway to a rewarding career in pest control.What You Will Do: Establish effective working relationships with a variety of customers in the hospitality industry and other commercial businesses.Partner with customers on best practices to identify and solve pest elimination needs.Maintain expertise in Ecolab’s product and service offerings, as well as industry conditions, to enhance service and sales of pest prevention and elimination solutions.Use handheld computerized equipment to manage service and document structural, sanitation, and pest issues.What We Offer:Comprehensive 12-week training program designed to provide the tools and resources for you to excel in the field – no prior pest control experience required!Hands-on experience and mentorship from experienced pest control technicians.Support in working towards obtaining licensing and establishing your skillset in a growing and secure profession.Position Details:This position is offered in the following locations: Saint Paul, MNSavannah, GAMaui, HITampa, FLAustin, TXChicago, ILSan Antonio, TXNew York, NYIndianapolis, INOther locations may be available in addition to these During your training program, you will be required to travel to Ecolab Corporate Headquarters in Eagan, Minnesota for 1 of the 5 weeks. Travel is anticipated to take place on week 10 of the 12 week training program. Ecolab will arrange and pay for your travel and certain travel related expenses.You are responsible to have the proper documentation to fly such as a Real ID or other acceptable form of identification. In accordance with details of the Department of Defense SkillBridge program, this Apprenticeship is an unpaid position. After successful completion of the program Ecolab will make a good-faith effort to extend an offer of full-time employment. The starting hourly pay for a full-time Ecolab associate in this position is $19-25. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. Ce comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.What’s in it For You:Carve out a long term, advanced career path in service, sales, or managementFlexible, independent work environment where you will manage a monthly scheduleAccess to best-in-class resources, tools, and technologyThrive in a company that values a culture of safety to include top-notch safety training and personal protection equipmentMinimum Qualifications:High School diploma or GEDTwo years of work or military experienceBe a participant of the DOD Skill Bridge ProgramPosition requires a current and valid Driver's LicensePosition requires the ability to work overnight shifts as neededWillingness to be on call during off work hours and weekends as necessaryPosition requires the ability to obtain required pest certification and/or business licensing pursuant to state/local lawDue to the nature and hours of work, must be 18 years of age or olderEcolab conducts a background check and drug screens on all candidates who receive a job offerImmigration sponsorship not available for this rolePhysical Demands: Position requires wearing and using a respiratorPosition requires lifting/pushing/pulling/carrying up to 50 pounds chest highPosition requires working in a variety of conditions which may include confined spaces, damp and/or dusty locations, use of ladders, freezing and hot conditionsEssential duties of the position include lifting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, using hands and fingers, balancing, walking, standing, talking and hearingPreferred Qualifications:Previous customer service experienceAbility to sell value-added products to existing customersPrevious pest elimination industry or route experience preferredAbout Pest Elimination: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’s more important than ever.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish effective working relationships with a variety of customers in the hospitality industry and other commercial businesses.
• Partner with customers on best practices to identify and solve pest elimination needs.
• Maintain expertise in Ecolab’s product and service offerings, as well as industry conditions, to enhance service and sales of pest prevention and elimination solutions.
• Use handheld computerized equipment to manage service and document structural, sanitation, and pest issues.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or GED
• Two years of work or military experience
• Be a participant of the DOD Skill Bridge Program
• Current and valid Driver's License
• Ability to work overnight shifts as needed
• Willingness to be on call during off work hours and weekends as necessary
• Ability to obtain required pest certification and/or business licensing pursuant to state/local law
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Ecolab conducts a background check and drug screens on all candidates who receive a job offer
• Immigration sponsorship not available for this role
• Position requires wearing and using a respirator
• Position requires lifting/pushing/pulling/carrying up to 50 pounds chest high
• Position requires working in a variety of conditions which may include confined spaces, damp and/or dusty locations, use of ladders, freezing and hot conditions

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive 12-week training program
• Hands-on experience and mentorship from experienced pest control technicians
• Support in working towards obtaining licensing and establishing your skillset in a growing and secure profession
• Carve out a long term, advanced career path in service, sales, or management
• Flexible, independent work environment where you will manage a monthly schedule
• Access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology
• Top-notch safety training and personal protection equipment

OTHER

This position is offered in the following locations: Saint Paul, MNSavannah, GAMaui, HITampa, FLAustin, TXChicago, ILSan Antonio, TXNew York, NYIndianapolis, IN