Utility Technician

Rentokil Pest Control • Manhattan, KS

12d

About The Position

The Utility Technician supports pest control service operations by backing up Service Technicians, filling in on unassigned routes, and providing additional coverage as needed. The role performs pest inspections and services for residential and business customers, including sealing properties against rodent and wildlife entry, conducting wood-destroying organism inspections, treating termites, fungus, and beetles, and installing and maintaining termite control systems. The technician also performs light construction and repair work and assists Repair Technicians with wood damage replacement.

The role requires ongoing learning about the company’s products, services, industry developments, technology, and regulations. Employer-provided training is available, and the company funds licenses and certificates required by federal, state, and local regulations. After a training period, the technician works in self-directed conditions. The position is available Monday through Friday, with Saturdays during periods of high demand.

Requirements

• Successfully pass a pre-employment background screen.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and undergo a motor vehicle driving record check.
• Be available to work Monday through Friday and Saturdays during times of high demand.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Demonstrate attention to detail.
• Demonstrate verbal and written communication skills.
• Safely operate basic hand and power tools.
• Be comfortable working at heights, including climbing a ladder up to 20 feet.
• Be capable of lifting and carrying up to 35 lbs.
• Be willing to learn and become knowledgeable about the company’s products and services.
• Be comfortable working independently after a training period.

Nice To Haves

• Customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide backup coverage and support to Service Technicians, including covering absences and temporarily handling routes not yet assigned to a regular Technician.
• Inspect properties to determine the source of pest activity.
• Perform pest control services for residential and business customers.
• Seal homes and other properties to prevent rodent and wildlife entry.
• Perform Wood Destroying Organism Inspections.
• Drill and treat for Dry Wood and Subterranean Termites, fungus, and beetles.
• Install and maintain termite control systems for customers.
• Perform light construction projects involving patios, doors, eaves, walls, and floors.
• Assist Repair Technicians with wood damage replacement.
• Learn the company’s products and services and stay current on industry developments, trends, technology, and regulations.
• Participate in employer-provided training and obtain and maintain required licenses and certificates.

Benefits

• Benefits enrollment begins immediately upon hire for full-time colleagues, with benefits starting on day one.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 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.
• Competitive pay; some roles offer performance incentives.
• Career growth opportunities and promotion from within.

What This Job Offers

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