Utility Tech ($2,500 Sign on bonus)

Rentokil • Sioux Falls, SD

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About The Position

The Utility Tech performs a combination of pest control, exclusion services, minor construction and repairs, and Thermal Acoustical Pest (TAP) insulation installation for residential and commercial customers. The role includes inspecting for pest activity, delivering pest control services, installing and maintaining termite control systems, preparing and cleaning job sites, and providing wildlife removal and exclusion services. The technician communicates with customers about services and pest-control measures, documents work, follows safety protocols, and participates in training to keep current with industry trends, technologies, and regulations.

Requirements

• 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.
• Available 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, common fractions, and decimals, and the ability to follow product-label mixing instructions.
• Clean-shaven face so respirators can seal properly.
• Ability to perform the stated physical duties, including lifting or repositioning objects up to 50 pounds, working in confined spaces and at heights, and wearing personal protective equipment such as an OSHA-compliant respirator.
• Licenses or certificates required by applicable federal, state, or local regulations; the company covers these requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Customer-facing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect residential and commercial properties to identify pest activity and perform pest control services.
• Install and maintain termite control systems.
• Install TAP insulation and manage job-site preparation and cleanup.
• Assist with light construction projects, including minor repairs and replacements related to pest damage.
• Explain services to customers, ensure customer satisfaction, and provide guidance on pest-control measures.
• Perform exclusion services and wildlife removal, including setting up and building exclusion traps.
• Follow safety protocols and complete production forms documenting services provided.
• Stay current on industry trends, technologies, and regulations, and participate in training.
• Safely operate and maintain a clean motor vehicle and other equipment.

Benefits

• $2,500 sign-on bonus.
• Professional and personal growth opportunities, including career advancement and training and development programs.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
• Health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; full-time colleagues may enroll immediately upon hire, with benefits starting on day one.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
• Vacation days and sick days.
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Performance incentives offered in many roles.

What This Job Offers

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