Innovation Technician

Terminix • Pittsburgh, PA

7d

About The Position

The Innovation Technician performs a combination of pest control, exclusion services, minor construction, and Thermal Acoustical Pest (TAP) insulation installation for residential and commercial customers. The role includes inspecting for pest activity, providing pest control services, installing and maintaining termite control systems, preparing and cleaning job sites, and completing light construction and repairs related to pest damage. The technician also communicates with customers about services and pest-control measures, performs wildlife removal, and follows safety protocols. Ongoing training helps technicians stay current with industry trends, technologies, and regulations.

The position involves working around animals, insects, termites, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals. Work may take place indoors or outdoors in the local climate and in confined spaces such as basements, attics, and crawl spaces. Technicians must use personal protective equipment, including an OSHA-compliant respirator, and safely operate and maintain a motor vehicle and other equipment. Compensation starts at $22 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver's license from the state of residence.
• Available to work Monday through Friday and Saturdays as needed.
• Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information in internal and external settings.
• Basic math skills, including performing calculations with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and following product-label mixing instructions.
• Clean-shaven face so respirators can seal properly.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including lifting and repositioning objects up to 50 pounds; working in confined spaces and at heights; climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling; and wearing required PPE.
• Licenses or certificates required by applicable federal, state, or local regulations; the company covers these.

Nice To Haves

• Customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect sites to identify pest activity and perform pest-control services for residential and commercial clients.
• Install and maintain termite-control systems.
• Install TAP insulation, prepare job sites, and clean up after installation.
• Assist with light construction projects, including minor repairs and replacements related to pest damage.
• Communicate with customers about services, satisfaction, and pest-control measures.
• Perform exclusion services and wildlife removal, including setting up and building exclusion traps.
• Follow safety protocols and remove animals trapped in exclusion devices.
• Complete production forms documenting services provided.
• Participate in training and stay informed about industry trends, technologies, and regulations.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle and keep it and other equipment clean.

Benefits

• Professional growth opportunities and career development programs.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, plus other health benefits.
• Benefits enrollment immediately upon hire for full-time colleagues, with benefits starting on day one.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
• Vacation days and sick days.
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Performance incentives may be offered for some roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED