Innovation Technician - $1,500 Sign-On Bonus

Terminix • Hyannis, MA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this role is to perform the dynamic combined aspects of pest control, exclusion services, minor construction, and TAP (Thermal Acoustical Pest) insulation installation, allowing you to make a significant impact in the communities we serve. This role is with the Rentokil family of companies, a global leader in pest control and other services.

Essential Job Functions include working around animals, insects, and termites; working in tight, confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, narrow aisles, or passageways; setting up and building exclusion traps; cutting flashing and forms hardware cloth to specifications; removing animals trapped in exclusion devices; working in a safety harness from rooftops as needed; completing production forms documenting services provided. You’ll sometimes be working around mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights and scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals, and we’ll train you how to handle all of these conditions safely. This role requires the ability to move up to 50 pounds, maintain balance on various surfaces, push objects with sustained force, and work both inside and outside in various climates. It involves regular sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, up and down stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles. The ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), like an OSHA-compliant respirator, and safely operate a motor vehicle is also required.

Requirements

• 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.
• Possess a valid driver’s license from state of residence.
• Available to work Monday-Friday and Saturdays as needed.
• Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills and the ability to present information in both internal and external settings.
• Basic math skills — add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to follow instructions for mixing on product labels.
• Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by us).

Nice To Haves

• Customer-facing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections to identify pest activity, perform pest control services for residential and commercial clients, and install and maintain termite control systems.
• Efficiently install Thermal Acoustical Pest Control (TAP) insulation, ensuring quality service and customer satisfaction while managing job-site preparations and clean-up.
• Assist with light construction projects, including minor repairs and replacements related to pest damage.
• Communicate effectively with customers to explain services, ensure satisfaction, and provide guidance on pest control measures.
• Perform exclusion services and wildlife removal, setting up and building exclusion traps, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
• Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and regulations. Participate in training to enhance your skills in pest control and related services.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus ($1,500)
• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions
• Vacation days & sick days
• Company-paid holidays & floating holidays
• Training and development programs
• Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)

What This Job Offers

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