Fumigation Specialist

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New Castle, DE
39K-58K Annually
Entry level
Biotech
The Role
The Fumigation Specialist will assist in the fumigation process, perform gas readings, maintain safety standards, and communicate with customers. Requires fieldwork with physical demands.
Summary Generated by Built In

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.

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 Pest Division and across broader Ecolab
  • This position offers paid training and assistance to obtain all necessary licenses
  • Eligible for benefits DAY 1 of employment for you and your eligible family members – Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match and Pension 
  • Work collaboratively in a physically active environment with a team of fumigation experts 

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 hand-held gas monitoring equipment to conduct readings  
  • 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 
  • Other duties as assigned by the District Manager or Master Fumigator II

Position Details:

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

New Castle, DE

Minimum Qualifications:  

  • High School diploma or equivalent 
  • Must be 18 years of age or older 
  • Valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record
  • Understand labels and SDS forms for hazardous chemicals
  • 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
  • Must be able to work an overnight shift 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 
  • Must pass a background check
  • Immigration sponsorship not available for this role 
  • Able to obtain TWIC card

Physical Demands:  

  • Must have the ability lift, push, pull, and carry up to 70 pounds chest high
  • Must be able to work in a variety of conditions to include confined spaces, damp and/or dusty locations, freezing and/or hot conditions
  • Must be able to physically perform the essential duties of the position which includes the ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, carry, bend, kneel, crawl, reach, pull, talk, and hear
  • Must be capable of wearing a respirator
  • Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical exam
  • This is a full-time position with an expected workweek of 40 or more hours. 

Preferred Qualifications:  

  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail 
  • Ability to understand product labels, compute and mix accurate concentrations of chemicals, and follow all label requirements
  • Ability to use all equipment involved in fumigation management services, including electronic devices for recording and reporting data
  • Computer Skills: database software (including industry-specific software), company network-based and “cloud”-based applications, smart phones, Microsoft Office, and other electronic devices used to access information and enter data

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $38,600-$57,800. 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 strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits. 

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. 

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The Company
HQ: St. Paul, MN
29,154 Employees
On-site Workplace

What We Do

A trusted partner at nearly three million customer locations, Ecolab (ECL) is the global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services. With annual sales of $12 billion and more than 44,000 associates, Ecolab delivers comprehensive solutions, data-driven insights and personalized service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world.

For more Ecolab news and information, visit www.ecolab.com, or follow us on twitter.com/ecolab, facebook.com/ecolab or instagram.com/ecolab_inc.

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