Pest Control Technician

at ECOLAB, INC in Elgin, Illinois, United States

Job Description

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's more important than ever.

Ecolab is seeking aPest Control Technician Traineeto join our team in Elgin, IL. As a Pest Control Technician Trainee, you'll 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'll 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.

How You'll Make an Impact:

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 foodservice 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

Position Details:

Location:Elgin, IL

Territory: Elgin, IL and surrounding area

Work Week & Shift:Sunday-Thursday; Overnight shift (9pm-5am); Full time

Training Pay: $20.89 per hour

Travel Requirement:Training in Eagan, MN for 1 week during training period
(You are responsible to have the proper documentation to fly, such as a Real ID or other acceptable form of identification)

What's Unique About This Role:

Work independently in a flexible, field-based environment

Help protect customer brands and public health through science-based solutions

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of work or military experience

Position requires a 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

Due to the nature and hours of the work, must be 18 years of age or older

Position requires obtaining pest certification and/or business licensing pursuant to state/local law

Ecolab conducts a background check on all candidates who receive a job offer

Due to federal contract requirements, this position requires a drug test including THC for all candidates who receive a job offer

Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role

Physical Requirements of Position:

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... For full info follow application link.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA).

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.