Pest Control Technician / Exterminator

$20–23/hour + Performance Bonuses + Company Vehicle + Paid Training

Schedule: This is a full-time position with a typical Monday–Friday workweek and occasional seasonal overtime. During December, January, and February, employees with less than two years of service are guaranteed at least 35 hours per week. After completing two years of service, employees are guaranteed 40 hours per week during those months.

Location: Clive, IA (Des Moines area)

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

No Pest Control Experience?

No problem.

We believe attitude, work ethic, and customer service are more important than experience.

If you're dependable, eager to learn, and enjoy helping people, we'll provide the professional training you need to build a successful career as a Pest Control Technician and professional Exterminator.

At Miller Pest & Termite, we're looking for dependable, motivated people who enjoy solving problems, helping customers, and working independently.

Whether you already have pest control experience or you're looking to start a new career, we'll provide the training, support, and opportunities you need to succeed.

As a family-owned company, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We invest in your success, reward hard work, and provide real opportunities for advancement. Career paths include Senior Technician, Field Trainer, Inspector, Sales, and Leadership positions.

If you're someone who takes pride in doing quality work, enjoys meeting new people, and wants to build a long-term career, we'd love to meet you.

Who Succeeds Here?

The people who thrive at Miller are dependable, enjoy solving problems, like helping customers, and take pride in doing quality work. If that sounds like you, we'll teach you everything else.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Competitive Compensation

• $20–$23 per hour pest control industry experience
• Performance bonuses
• Referral bonuses
• Additional incentive opportunities

Outstanding Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

We Invest in Your Success

• Paid pest control training
• Ongoing professional development
• Company vehicle
• Company cell phone
• Uniforms provided
• Clear advancement opportunities

Work With Great People

We work hard—but we also enjoy what we do.

We believe work should be rewarding. Throughout the year we enjoy team cookouts, holiday celebrations, volunteer events, friendly competitions, and other activities that bring our team together.

A Day in the Life

Every day is different.

As a Route Technician, you'll drive a company vehicle to homes and businesses throughout the Des Moines metro area, inspect properties, solve pest problems, educate customers, and provide the peace of mind that comes from protecting families and businesses.

If you enjoy working independently while interacting with people every day, this is a career you'll love.

Why Technicians Stay Here

• Our average technician stays because we provide steady work, modern equipment, supportive management, and opportunities to grow.

What You'll Do

• Inspect residential and commercial properties for pest activity
• Perform pest control and extermination services safely and effectively
• Educate customers on preventing future pest problems
• Build strong relationships with customers through outstanding service
• Complete service reports using company software
• Recommend additional services when appropriate
• Maintain a clean, organized company vehicle
• Participate in ongoing training and team meetings
• Follow all safety procedures and company standards

What We're Looking For

We're looking for people with great attitudes more than perfect resumes.

You should have:

• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong communication skills
• A positive, professional attitude
• The ability to work independently
• Good problem-solving skills
• Basic smartphone and technology skills
• A willingness to learn
• Dependability and accountability

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working around insects and rodents
• Ability to pass a respirator fit test
• Must be able to meet respirator fit requirements.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions

Requirements

• Valid driver's license with a driving record that meets company standards
• Ability to pass pre-employment testing

Our Core Values

Everything we do is guided by six core values:

• Initiative
• Professionalism
• Continuous Growth
• Trust
• Authenticity
• Meeting Our Commitments

These values shape how we serve our customers and how we treat one another.

We Believe in Giving Back

Being part of Miller Pest means being part of the community.

We proudly:

• Support local sports teams
• Help families in need during the holidays
• Raise money each October to help local families affected by breast cancer
• Give back to the communities we serve

Why Miller Pest?

We're not just hiring technicians.

We're building careers.

If you're looking for a company where your work matters, your growth is encouraged, and your teammates genuinely care about your success, you'll fit right in.

Join a company where integrity, respect, teamwork, and exceptional customer service aren't just words—they're how we do business every day.

Apply Today

Start your career as a Pest Control Technician, Route Technician, or Exterminator with Miller Pest Solutions and become part of a team that's committed to excellence, customer satisfaction, and helping employees build rewarding long-term careers.

We look forward to meeting you!

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