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Pest Control Technician

Pest Control Technician

Ecolab Inc.Vancouver, WA, US
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Job Description

We are looking for motivated, customer-focused individuals to join our team!

Start your career as a  Pest Control Technician  in our 7-week comprehensive PAID TRAINING program designed to provide the tools and resources for you to be one of the best in your field – no prior experience required! Once in an established route, this role offers flexible scheduling and ownership of the customer accounts you service.

In addition to joining a Fortune 500 organization, you will be eligible for health benefits Day 1 and access to a suite of additional benefits including paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, education benefits and more!

What’s in it For You :

The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a growing company that is passionate about protecting the world’s vital resources :

  • Abundant  advancement  opportunities within the company
  • This position offers  paid training  and assistance to obtain all necessary licenses
  • Work collaboratively in a  physically active  environment with a team of experts

What You Will Do :

  • In this role you will be trained appropriately to perform the following duties :
  • Assist with the complete fumigation process, including but not limited to sealing, tarping, introduction of fumigant, conducting fume readings, and aerating / de- gassing facilities
  • Use hand-held gas monitoring equipment to conduct readings
  • Read, understand, follow labels, and SDS forms for hazardous chemicals used during services provided
  • Effectively communicate with customers as needed
  • Inspect, maintain, and utilize Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) properly
  • Follow proper safety protocols including OSHA mandated and customer specified guidelines and other duties assigned by the district Manager or Field Operations Manager

    • Position Details :

    Locations : Vancouver, WA; Longview, WA

    Work week and shift : Days (8am-5pm); Monday-Friday; occasional overnights (9pm-5am)

    Job Description :

  • Support quality fumigation services including but not limited to, import and export commodities, shipping containers, vessels, and structures
  • Travel to various customer locations
  • Read, understand, and follow labels and MSDS forms for hazardous chemicals used during services provided
  • Effectively communicate with customers as needed
  • Inspect, maintain, and utilize Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) properly
  • Follow proper safety protocols including OSHA mandated and customer-specified guidelines
  • Other duties as assigned by the District Manager, Field Operations Manager and / or Master Fumigator

    • Physical Demands :

  • Must be capable of wearing a respirator
  • Position requires lifting / pushing / carrying up to 70 pounds chest high
  • Position requires working in a variety of conditions which may include confined spaces, damp and / or dusty locations, freezing and / or hot conditions
  • Essential duties of this position include lifting, kneeling, crouching, reaching, using hands and fingers, balancing, walking, standing, talking, and hearing
  • Drive a company vehicle as required to perform job duties (pre-employment and ongoing motor vehicle record checks will be performed to determine eligibility to drive a company vehicle)

    • Minimum Qualifications :

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Due to the nature and hours of work, must be 18 years of age or older
  • Two years of work or military experience
  • Position requires a current and valid driver's license. Must acquire a Class C CDL with hazmat endorsement
  • Position requires a TWIC card or the ability to obtain one
  • Position requires the ability to obtain a pest certification and / or business licensing pursuant to state / local law
  • Position requires the ability to understand product labels, compute and mix accurate concentrations of chemicals, and follow all label requirements
  • Must be able to work overnight shifts as required
  • Willingness to be on-call during off-work hours and weekends as necessary
  • Position requires the ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally, and in writing
  • Ecolab conducts a background check on all candidates who receive a job offer
  • Due to federal contract requirements, this Pest Elimination position requires a drug test including THC for all candidates who receive a job offer
  • Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role

    • About 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.

    Annual or Hourly Compensation Range :

    24.00 / hour. This position pays an hourly rate and is eligible for overtime. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

    Benefits

    Ecolab provides the following benefits : medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates), discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program, on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations. Click here for additional benefits information.  If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at  jobs.ecolab.com / working -here .

    Potential Customer Requirements Notice

    To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to :

  • Undergo additional background screens and / or drug / alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
  • Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

    • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

    Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.

    Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

    nAt 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.

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