Innovation Technician

Terminix•Pocasset, MA

1d•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 involves working around animals, insects, and termites, in tight, confined spaces, and potentially at heights. The technician will also be responsible for customer interaction, service delivery, and continuous learning in pest control and related services. The company is a Drug Free workplace and Rentokil is committed to complying with all Federal, State, and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. Terminix, a Rentokil company, has been an industry leader in pest control since 1927, offering insulation services, wildlife control, and specialized services.

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.
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.
Work around animals, insects and termites.
Work in tight, confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, narrow aisles, or passageways.
Set up and build exclusion traps, cut flashing and forms hardware cloth to specifications.
Remove animals trapped in exclusion devices.
Work in a safety harness from roof tops as needed in the performance of exclusion services and wildlife removal.
Complete production forms documenting services provided.
Work around mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights and scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals.
Move up to 50 pounds by lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise repositioning objects.
Maintain balance when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces.
Push objects forward, downward, or outward with sustained force using the upper extremities to press with steady force and drag, draw, haul, or tug objects.
Work both inside and outside in your local climate in company-provided weather.
Regularly sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl, up and down stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles.
Wear personal protective equipment (PPE), like an OSHA-compliant respirator.
Safely operate a motor vehicle and make sure it and all other equipment is kept clean.

Benefits

Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period!
Professional and Personal Growth
Multiple avenues to grow your career
Training and development programs available
Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)
Health and Wellness
Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1
Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more
Savings and Retirement
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions
Work-Life Balance
Vacation days & sick days
Company-paid holidays & floating holidays
A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility