Termite Technician

Company Overview

We are part of the Rentokil group, a global leader in pest management and related services operating in over 90 countries, dedicated to protecting properties, enhancing lives, and preserving the planet through expert pest control solutions.

Role Summary

The Termite Technician is responsible for safeguarding customer properties by identifying termite issues and implementing treatment and prevention measures. This role involves on-site inspections, applying specialized anti-termite treatments, and providing customers with advice on maintaining termite-free environments.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnose termite infestations by understanding termite behavior to choose appropriate remedial actions.
• Apply termite treatment services safely, adhering strictly to company and safety protocols.
• Administer anti-termite treatments following a scheduled plan and label guidelines.
• Effectively communicate with customers about conditions that promote termite activity and recommend supportive structural modifications.
• Ensure work orders meet job specifications before beginning treatment.
• Operate and upkeep service vehicles and related equipment.
• Document services rendered through accurate production forms.
• Engage professionally with customers, clarifying procedures and services performed.

Essential Physical and Work Conditions

• Tolerate varying environmental elements including seasonal weather and dust.
• Prepare treatment sites, including entry into crawl spaces and climbing ladders, sometimes at heights up to 20 feet.
• Perform physically demanding activities such as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and crawling in confined spaces.
• Wear required personal protective equipment, including OSHA-compliant respirators, especially when working in confined or narrow spaces where pests reside.
• Experience or skills in general labor, carpentry, roofing, cement work, gutters, or attic access are considered advantageous.

Candidate Requirements

• Clean-shaven face to ensure proper fit for protective respiratory equipment.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license for the resident state; company provides vehicle and fuel card.
• Minimum one year of customer service experience; familiarity with termite control is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail with eagerness to learn new skills.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays as necessary.
• Compliance with any federal, state, or local licensing or certification requirements; training and certification costs are covered by the company.
• Basic arithmetic proficiency including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals to accurately follow product mixing instructions.

Employee Benefits and Growth Opportunities

• Comprehensive benefits package starts from day one of full-time employment, covering medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, company holidays, and floating holidays.
• Multiple career advancement paths with training, development programs, and tuition reimbursement for full-time staff.
• Work environment that values safety, health, and flexibility.

Additional Information

This workplace strictly adheres to a drug-free policy and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws protecting qualified individuals with disabilities. By applying, candidates consent to receive communications via text messages during recruitment processes, with options to manage these preferences at any time. Message and data rates may apply.