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Commercial Pest Technician

Terminix · Chicago, IL · $20.00–$26.00 an hour · Full time

Posted Aug 3, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you managed your own schedule with many stops in a day.

What they are checking: Whether they can work independently and stay organized on a route without close supervision.

Tell me about a time you worked in an uncomfortable space, like a crawl space or a hot attic.

What they are checking: Willingness to handle the physical conditions that come with real pest control work.

What would you do

A restaurant manager is upset because they still see roaches after your last visit. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Ability to stay calm, explain what is happening and work with the client on sanitation and follow-up.

You find a sanitation problem that's causing the infestation. How do you tell the client without offending them?

What they are checking: Tactful communication of prevention steps that the client must take for treatments to work.

What would you do if you weren't sure what kind of pest you were dealing with?

What they are checking: Whether they seek help or research before treating rather than guessing and using the wrong method.

How would you suggest preventive measures to a client to keep pests from coming back?

What they are checking: Whether they think beyond treatment to sealing entry points and long-term prevention for the client.

About the work

Walk me through how you would inspect a restaurant kitchen for signs of pests.

What they are checking: Whether they know where pests hide and look for droppings, damage and entry points systematically.

How do you decide which treatment to use once you've identified a pest?

What they are checking: Understanding of integrated pest management, choosing the right method rather than defaulting to chemicals.

What safety precautions do you take when applying pesticides in a business where people are working?

What they are checking: Awareness of label directions, PPE and protecting customers and employees during treatment.

Do you have a pest control applicator license, or are you willing to get one? How would you prepare?

What they are checking: Readiness to meet state licensing requirements needed to apply pesticides commercially.

Commercial clients often face health inspections or audits. Why does your service documentation matter to them?

What they are checking: Understanding that accurate service records protect clients during inspections and audits.

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The full job description

As published by Terminix.

Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period! For more information about our benefits, see below! We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands and serve consumer and business customers across multiple industries. We are extremely proud of our legacy of excellence and constantly work to fulfill our mission to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet." What do our Commercial Pest Control Technicians do? The primary purpose of this role is to perform our industry leading pest management services for commercial customers. You will be responsible for identifying and eliminating pests from commercial properties by conducting thorough inspections, determining the type of pest infestation, applying appropriate treatments like pesticides and traps, and providing preventative measures to prevent future infestations, all while adhering to safety regulations and communicating with clients about pest control solutions . Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: • Conduct thorough inspections of client properties to identify signs of pest infestations, damage, and entry points • Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, to effectively eliminate pests while adhering to safety standards • Educate customers on pest prevention methods and the importance of maintaining a pest-free environment. Provide advice on how to reduce the risk of future infestations. • Build relationships with customers, schedule and confirm their appointments, help with sales to current customers, and expand our product to new customers • Ensure that all pest control equipment is properly maintained, stocked, and in good working condition • Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations regarding pest control products and safety protocols • Drive and safely operate a company provided service vehicle (we provide routine maintenance) Essential Job Functions: • Working in tight, confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, narrow aisles, or passageways • Working around animals, insects and termites • You’ll sometimes be working around mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights and scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals, and we’ll train you how to handle all of these conditions safely • Able to work both inside and outside in your local climate in company-provided weather gear • Lots of moving around — regularly sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, up and down stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles • You’ll need to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), like an OSHA-compliant respirator What do you need? • Clean shaven face- for safety reasons (rebreathers have to be able to seal your face) • High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Possess a valid driver’s license from state of residence • Available to work Monday-Friday and Saturdays as needed • Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills and the ability to present information in both internal and external settings. • Basic math skills — add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. You’ll need to be able to follow instructions for mixing on product labels. • Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by us) • Customer-facing experience preferred Base Pay Range Hourly: $20.00 - $26.00 While starting pay falls within the given range, it can vary based on factors like geographic location, skills, education, and experience. Total earnings may also be affected by overtime, incentives, commissions, performance, and route assignment (where applicable). Why Choose Us? A career with the Rentokil family of companies can be a professional trajectory filled with opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a world-class team that rewards high performance, and we love to promote from within. We offer competitive pay and many of our roles offer performance incentives. Below you'll find information about some of what we have to offer. All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits after they meet certain criteria. Click here to read more about our Total Rewards Program which includes: Professional and Personal Growth • Multiple avenues to grow your career • Training and development programs available • Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues) Health and Wellness • Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1 • Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more Savings and Retirement • 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions Work-Life Balance • Vacation days & sick days • Company-paid holidays & floating holidays • A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work.  Is that you? This company is a Drug Free workplace. Rentokil is committed to complying with all Federal, State, and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. California residents click here to review your privacy rights. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. By applying to this job, you agree to receive initial texts from systems used on behalf of Rentokil North America, Inc., possibly including Workday, Loop, and HireVue. These systems utilize text messages to communicate with you throughout the application, interview, and pre-hire processes. You can set your communication preferences or opt out of text messages from each system at any time following the initial message. Message and data rates may apply.

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