Innovation Technician

Terminix • Edison, NJ

1d • $22 - $25

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 clients. The role includes inspecting for pest activity, delivering pest-control services, installing and maintaining termite-control systems, preparing and cleaning job sites, and completing light construction or repairs related to pest damage. The technician also communicates with customers about services and pest-control measures, performs wildlife removal and exclusion work, documents services, and follows safety protocols. Ongoing training and learning about industry developments, technologies, and regulations are part of the role.

Requirements

• Clean-shaven face so respirators can seal properly.
• 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.
• Availability 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 arithmetic with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, and the ability to follow product-label mixing instructions.
• Ability to obtain licenses or certificates required by federal, state, or local regulations; the company covers these requirements.
• Ability to work around animals, insects, and termites; in confined spaces; at heights; and around mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals, with training provided for safe handling.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or reposition objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to maintain balance on narrow, slippery, or moving surfaces and to push, pull, drag, or haul objects with sustained force.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in the local climate and to regularly sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and use stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including an OSHA-compliant respirator.

Nice To Haves

• Customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect residential and commercial properties to identify pest activity and perform pest-control services.
• Install and maintain termite-control systems.
• Install TAP insulation, prepare job sites, and clean up after work.
• Assist with light construction projects, minor repairs, and replacements related to pest damage.
• Explain services to customers, support customer satisfaction, and provide guidance on pest-control measures.
• Perform exclusion services and wildlife removal, including setting up and building exclusion traps and removing animals from exclusion devices.
• Follow safety protocols while working in varied and potentially hazardous environments.
• Complete production forms documenting services provided.
• Keep up with industry trends, technologies, and regulations, and participate in training.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle and keep it and other equipment clean.

Benefits

• Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, with enrollment available immediately upon hire and coverage starting on day one for eligible full-time colleagues.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
• Training and development programs.
• Vacation days and sick days.
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Performance incentives may be available.

What This Job Offers

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