Innovation Technician

The Terminix International Company Limited Partnership; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

The Terminix International Company Limited Partnership in Maumee, OH is hiring for an Innovation/Utility Specialist to perform pest control, TAP insulation installation, and related exclusion services for residential and commercial clients. The role includes light construction, wildlife removal, and customer guidance on pest control measures.

Responsibilities span inspections, termite control systems, and safe handling of equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent
• Valid driver's license from state of residence
• Ability to work Monday-Friday and Saturdays as needed
• Strong reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
• Basic math skills

Responsibilities

• Perform pest inspections and pest control services for residential and commercial clients
• Install and maintain termite control systems
• Install TAP insulation and manage job-site preparations and clean-up
• Assist with light construction and minor repairs related to pest damage
• Communicate with customers to explain services and provide guidance on pest control measures
• Set up and operate exclusion traps and wildlife removal while following safety protocols
• Stay updated on industry trends and participate in training to enhance skills

Skills

Pest control knowledge

Customer communication

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PPE proficiency

Inspection tools

Exclusion traps setup

Job description

Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period! For more information about our benefits, see below! 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." What do our Innovation/Utility specialists do? 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.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Pest Control: Conduct inspections to identify pest activity, perform pest control services for residential and commercial clients, and install and maintain termite control systems
• TAP Insulation Installation: Efficiently install Thermal Acoustical Pest Control (TAP) insulation, ensuring quality service and customer satisfaction while managing job-site preparations and clean-up
• Construction and Repair: Assist with light construction projects, including minor repairs and replacements related to pest damage
• Customer Interaction: Communicate effectively with customers to explain services, ensure satisfaction, and provide guidance on pest control measures
• Service Delivery: Perform exclusion services and wildlife removal, setting up and building exclusion traps, and ensuring safety protocols are followed
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and regulations. Participate in training to enhance your skills in pest control and related services

Essential Job Functions

Working around animals, insects and termites Working 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 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 Move up to 50 pounds by lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise repositioning objects Maintain balance when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces Push objects forward, downward, or outward with sustained force using the upper extremities to press with steady force and drag, draw, haul, or tug objects Able to work both inside and outside in your local climate in company-provided weather Lots of moving around — regularly sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, up and down stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles 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.

What do you need?

• 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.
• Must posses 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