Terminix
Pest Control Technician – Terminix
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Benefits start day 1 for full‑time colleagues – no waiting period!
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 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 (selected)
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.
Build relationships with customers, schedule and confirm appointments, help with sales to current customers, and expand our product to new customers.
Ensure 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 (routine maintenance provided).
Work in tight, confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, narrow aisles, or passageways.
Work around animals, insects, termites, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals (training provided).
Work both inside and outside in local climate with company‑provided weather gear.
Wear PPE such as OSHA‑compliant respirator.
Essential Job Functions
Work in tight, confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, narrow aisles, or passageways.
Work around animals, insects, and termites.
Work around mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals; training provided.
Work inside and outside in local climate in company‑provided weather gear.
Move around regularly – sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, up and down stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles.
Wear personal protective equipment such as OSHA‑compliant respirator.
Qualifications
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.
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).
Availability 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 for following instructions for mixing products.
Customer‑facing experience preferred.
Benefits All full‑time colleagues qualify for the following benefits starting day 1: medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, as well as many other benefits. Part‑time colleagues qualify for most benefits after meeting certain criteria.
Professional and personal growth: multiple avenues to grow your career, training and development programs, tuition reimbursement for FT colleagues.
Health and wellness: full‑time colleagues eligible to enroll immediately upon hire.
Savings and retirement: 401(k) with company‑matching contributions.
Work‑life balance: vacation days, sick days, company‑paid holidays, floating holidays, flexible mindset.
Legal Statements This 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: review your privacy rights.
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.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Customer Service
Industries Consumer Services
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Benefits start day 1 for full‑time colleagues – no waiting period!
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 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 (selected)
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.
Build relationships with customers, schedule and confirm appointments, help with sales to current customers, and expand our product to new customers.
Ensure 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 (routine maintenance provided).
Work in tight, confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, narrow aisles, or passageways.
Work around animals, insects, termites, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals (training provided).
Work both inside and outside in local climate with company‑provided weather gear.
Wear PPE such as OSHA‑compliant respirator.
Essential Job Functions
Work in tight, confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, narrow aisles, or passageways.
Work around animals, insects, and termites.
Work around mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals; training provided.
Work inside and outside in local climate in company‑provided weather gear.
Move around regularly – sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, up and down stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles.
Wear personal protective equipment such as OSHA‑compliant respirator.
Qualifications
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.
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).
Availability 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 for following instructions for mixing products.
Customer‑facing experience preferred.
Benefits All full‑time colleagues qualify for the following benefits starting day 1: medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, as well as many other benefits. Part‑time colleagues qualify for most benefits after meeting certain criteria.
Professional and personal growth: multiple avenues to grow your career, training and development programs, tuition reimbursement for FT colleagues.
Health and wellness: full‑time colleagues eligible to enroll immediately upon hire.
Savings and retirement: 401(k) with company‑matching contributions.
Work‑life balance: vacation days, sick days, company‑paid holidays, floating holidays, flexible mindset.
Legal Statements This 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: review your privacy rights.
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.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Customer Service
Industries Consumer Services
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