Innovation Technician

Terminix • Kansas City, MO

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 conducting inspections to identify pest activity, performing pest control services for residential and commercial clients, and installing and maintaining termite control systems. It also includes efficiently installing Thermal Acoustical Pest Control (TAP) insulation, ensuring quality service and customer satisfaction while managing job-site preparations and clean-up. The technician will assist with light construction projects, including minor repairs and replacements related to pest damage, and communicate effectively with customers to explain services, ensure satisfaction, and provide guidance on pest control measures. Additionally, the role involves performing exclusion services and wildlife removal, setting up and building exclusion traps, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Continuous learning is expected to stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and regulations, and participate in training to enhance skills in pest control and related 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)
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), like an OSHA-compliant respirator

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
• Set up and build exclusion traps
• Ensure 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
• Setting up and building exclusion traps, cuts flashing and forms hardware cloth to specifications
• Removing animals trapped in exclusion devices
• Working in a safety harness from roof tops as needed in the performance of exclusion services and wildlife removal
• Completing production forms documenting services provided
• 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!
• Competitive pay
• Performance incentives
• Professional and Personal Growth
• Multiple avenues to grow your career
• Training and development programs available
• Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)
• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions
• Vacation days
• Sick days
• Company-paid holidays
• Floating holidays
• A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility

What This Job Offers

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