Pest Control Technician

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Job description

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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 Pest Control Technicians do?

The primary purpose of this role is to perform our industry leading pest management services for residential customers. You will be responsible for identifying and eliminating pests from residential 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)

• 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

• 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
• Must possess a valid driver's license from state of residence (Company vehicle and gas card provided)
• Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by us)
• Available to work Monday-Friday and weekends as needed
• Open to learning and becoming knowledgeable in all areas of pest control
• Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
• Basic math skills - You'll need to be able to follow instructions for mixing on product labels
• Customer-facing experience preferred

• Multiple avenues to grow your career
• Training and development programs available
• Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)

• 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

• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions

• Vacation days & sick days
• Company-paid holidays & floating holidays
• A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility

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This is a Mid Level role in the Retail, Hospitality and Services field (Security, facilities and maintenance) at Rentokil Terminix. Mid-level roles usually expect some years of relevant experience and the ability to work with limited supervision.

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The city

The job is in Bakersfield, CA. Below is what the official statistics say about living and working there.

How Bakersfield compares. Among the 145 largest places in California, Bakersfield is #9 by population, #5 for rent (#1 = cheapest), #14 for long commutes (#1 = fewest), #130 for remote work (#1 = most). Its county, Kern County, is #29 of 58 counties for average pay ($60,066).

The place in numbers

Bakersfield has 411,986 residents (ACS 2020–2024), about 1.0% of the population of California. It covers 150 square miles of land, which works out to roughly 2,742 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1, 15% younger than the state median (32.1 against 37.9).

Housing

The median gross rent is $1,472 a month (rent plus utilities), 28% below the state median ($1,472 against $2,036). Over a year that is 21.9% of the median household income. US housing guidance treats housing as affordable when it takes 30% of income or less, so the typical household is under that line. The median home value is $371,700, which is 4.6 times the median household income ($80,540). 60.6% of households own their home, 8% above the state average (60.6% against 55.9%).

Work and pay

The Bakersfield-Delano, CA metropolitan area has 338,230 jobs in the BLS wage survey, and the median pay across all occupations is $47,470 a year, 7% below the national median ($47,470 against $50,980). The biggest occupation groups are farming, fishing, and forestry (35,660 jobs, median $34,620); transportation and material moving (34,650 jobs, median $45,320); office and administrative support (29,410 jobs, median $48,880). The area is most specialised in farming, fishing, and forestry (37.7 times) and community and social service (1.4 times), where the share of workers is well above the national share. The best-paying groups with at least 5,000 jobs are management ($120,970) and architecture and engineering ($110,040). In 2026M09 the unemployment rate of Kern County was 7.9%. 62.1% of residents aged 16 and over are in the labour force. The city lies in Kern County; its jobs, pay by industry and GDP are on the county page.

Getting around

Among workers, 79.1% drive alone, 0.4% use public transit, 0.8% walk, 8.2% work from home. 9.1% of workers commute 45 minutes or more, 53% below the state average (9.1% against 19.4%).

People and education

23.6% of adults aged 25 and over hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 36% below the state share (23.6% against 37.1%). 20.2% of residents were born outside the United States, 25% below the state share (20.2% against 27.0%). The poverty rate is 16.3%, 36% above the state rate (16.3% against 12.0%).

Climate

The warmest month is Jul, averaging 80°F (26.9°C), and the coolest is Dec at 46°F (7.9°C). About 206 mm (8 inches) of precipitation falls in a year; Dec is the wettest month (40 mm) and Jun the driest (1 mm). These values come from NASA satellite-based climatology on a grid of about 50 km, so they describe the wider area, not a weather station in the city.

Nearby cities to compare

Closest cities in this guide: Lancaster (67 miles, rent 20% higher); Visalia (69 miles, similar rent); Santa Clarita (72 miles, rent 73% higher); Palmdale (75 miles, rent 22% higher). Rent differences are against Bakersfield; use the Compare tab to put any two cities side by side.

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Official links for Bakersfield

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• Census Bureau data profile for Bakersfield
• Official website of Kern County: kerncounty.com
• Official state website: ca.gov
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Where to live

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Career paths

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Distances

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FAQ

What is the Pest Control Technician job at Rentokil Terminix?

A mid level role in retail, hospitality and services (security, facilities and maintenance) listed 73 days ago. The full description is on this page and on The Muse.

Where is this job?

Bakersfield, CA.

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How much does it pay?

The listing does not publish pay, and we could not match the title to one official occupation.

What is the cost of living there?

Median rent in Bakersfield is $1,472 a month and median household income $80,540 (ACS 2020–2024).

How old is this listing?

It was posted on 2026-08-28 (73 days ago). Jobs older than 90 days are not shown.

Are there similar jobs?

Yes: browse security, facilities and maintenance jobs in California.

Sources and terms

• Job data: The Muse public API (listing dated 2026-08-28). The job disappears from this site when it disappears from the source.
• Wages and projections: BLS OEWS (May 2025) and Employment Projections 2025–35.
• City and county figures: Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024, BEA, BLS QCEW and LAUS, NASA POWER climatology; distances from Census Gazetteer coordinates.

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Sources

• BLS OEWS (wages and employment by occupation, May 2025)
• BLS Employment Projections 2025–35
• BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics
• BLS JOLTS
• BLS State and Metro Area Employment
• Census Bureau American Community Survey (via Census Reporter)
• BEA GDP by state and Regional Price Parities
• IRS 2026 tax adjustments
• U.S. Department of Labor, minimum wage by state
• Tax Foundation state income tax rates 2026
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• U.S. Department of State, visas
• NASA POWER climatology
• GeoNames / Census Gazetteer (coordinates)