Pest Control Technician and Canine Handler

Terminix

75d

About The Position

We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands and serve consumer and business customers across multiple industries. We are extremely proud of our legacy of excellence and constantly work to fulfill our mission to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet." For this position, you must be able to provide a safe and stable living environment for a dog. A Canine Handler works with, cares for, and maintains a scent detection bed-bug canine to perform inspections of commercial and residential properties. This position is a great opportunity for professional and career growth.

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
• Successfully meet pre-employment background screen
• Possess a valid driver’s license and undergo motor vehicle driving record check (Company vehicle and gas card provided)
• Must have off street parking for company vehicle
• 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
• Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by us)
• Customer-facing experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Explain the inspection process to the customer, as well as conduct bed bug demonstrations to potential clients
• Conduct thorough inspections of the customer’s property to properly identify the presence of bed bugs
• Ensure the dog is well groomed, well trained, and ready to perform inspections
• Care for the dog during off work hours, to include but not be limited to: feeding, maintenance training, grooming, exercising, and regular well visits to the veterinarian to keep the dog healthy, safe, and well cared for
• Able to work both inside and outside in your local climate in company-provided weather gear
• Ability to 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
• Company-provided vehicle, gas, and phone
• 401(k) with a company match
• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Vacation days & sick days
• Company-paid holidays & floating holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)
• Professional and Personal Growth opportunities
• Training and development programs available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees