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. 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 a  Pest Control Technician Trainee  to join our team in Sauk Centre, MN 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 :   Sauk Centre, MN

Territory : Alexandria, MN

Work Week & Shift :  Bread shift (6am- 2pm)

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 will be performed)

Ecolab is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with a disability.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous customer service experience

Experience selling value-added products to existing customers

Previous pest elimination industry or route experience preferred

What’s in it for you :

Starting on Day 1 : Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select 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 make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth

The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

About Ecolab :

At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent-first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. Our solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to sustainability and public health, making a positive impact on the world. We are committed to eliminating unnecessary complexities and embracing a beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range :

20.89 hourly. This positions 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

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.