Fumigation Specialist (Chicago)

Whether you are importing or exporting produce, pallets or logs, we have licensed fumigation experts at major seaports and inland locations across the U.S. The work of providing high quality fumigation services aligns with the broader Ecolab Mission to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy, and healthy environments.

In addition to joining a Fortune 500 organization, you will be eligible for our comprehensive benefits package Day 1! This includes access to a suite of offerings including but not limited to: health insurance, 401k with company match, pension, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, education assistance, 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 Specialty Pest Services and across broader Ecolab

• This position offers paid training and assistance to obtain all necessary licenses

• Work collaboratively in a physically active environment with a team of fumigation experts

• Access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology

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 handheld computerized equipment to manage service and document structural, sanitation and pest issues, and gas monitoring equipment to conduct readings during fumigations 

• Read, understand, 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 

• Use equipment involved in fumigation management services, including electronic devices for recording and reporting data

Position Details:

This is a field-based position and may require travel to the following cities and surrounding areas:

Chicago, IL

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent 

• Due to the nature and hours of work, must be 18 years of age or older 

• Position requires a current and valid Driver's License 

• Understand labels and SDS forms for hazardous chemicals

• Two years of work or military experience

• Ability to obtain required fumigation certifications and licenses  pursuant to country or state/local laws

• Anticipate 50% or more overnight travel for business during peak season

• Position requires the ability to work overnight shifts as needed 

• Willingness to be on-call during off work hours and weekends as necessary

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing 

• Position requires understanding and interpreting English labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for hazardous chemicals

• Position requires state fumigation certificate/license pursuant to country or state /local laws or ability to obtain one

• Position requires the ability to obtain a TWIC card to access secure facilities

• Position requires the ability to obtain a CDL with Hazmat endorsement 

• Ecolab conducts a background check on all candidates who receive a job offer

• Due to federal contract requirements, this Specialty Pest Services position requires a drug test including THC for all candidates who receive a job offer

• Immigration sponsorship not available for this role

Physical Demands:

• Position requires wearing and using a respirator or Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus 

• Position requires lifting/pushing/pulling/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 hot conditions, extreme heights of up to 150 feet, and use of ladders, scissor lifts, or arial boom lifts 

• Essential duties of the position include lifting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, reaching, climbing, using hands and fingers, balancing, walking, standing , sitting , pulling, talking and hearing .

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail 

• Experience with reading product labels, computing and mixing accurate concentrations of chemicals, following all label requirements

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