Terminix · 2 weeks ago
RTX Commercial Residential Pest Technician Trainee
Cape Girardeau, MO
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelTerminix is a member of the Rentokil family of companies, a global leader in Pest Control. The primary purpose of the RTX Commercial Residential Pest Technician Trainee role is to perform pest management services for residential customers, including identifying pests, applying treatments, and providing preventative measures while ensuring safety regulations are followed.
Building MaintenanceCommercialConsumerFacilities Support ServicesHome ServicesProfessional ServicesService Industry
Responsibilities
Conduct thorough inspections of client properties to identify signs of pest infestations, damage, and entry points
Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, to effectively eliminate pests while adhering to safety standards
Educate customers on pest prevention methods and the importance of maintaining a pest-free environment. Provide advice on how to reduce the risk of future infestations
Build relationships with customers, schedule and confirm their appointments, help with sales to current customers, and expand our product to new customers
Ensure that all pest control equipment is properly maintained, stocked, and in good working condition
Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations regarding pest control products and safety protocols
Drive and safely operate a company provided service vehicle (we provide routine maintenance)
Working in tight, confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, narrow aisles, or passageways
Working around animals, insects and termites
You’ll sometimes be working around mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights and scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals, and we’ll train you how to handle all of these conditions safely
Able to work both inside and outside in your local climate in company-provided weather gear
Lots of moving around — regularly sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, up and down stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles
You’ll need to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), like an OSHA-compliant respirator
Qualification
Required
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 in state of residence
Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by us)
Available to work Monday-Friday and weekends as needed
Open to learning and becoming knowledgeable in all areas of pest control
Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
Basic math skills — You'll need to be able to follow instructions for mixing on product labels
Preferred
Customer-facing experience preferred
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
Company
Terminix
Terminix specializes in providing residential and commercial pest control.
Founded in 1927
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2021 (1)
2020 (5)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-12-14Acquired
Leadership Team
Mark Freeman
Chief Customer Officer
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