Pest Control Technician

The Terminix International Company Limited Partnership; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

The Terminix International Company Limited Partnership is seeking a residential pest control technician in Nashville, TN. You will perform inspections, apply treatments, educate customers, and help expand services for current and new customers.

Role requires driving a company vehicle, adhering to safety standards, and maintaining equipment while complying with local regulations and company policies.

Qualifications

• Customer-facing experience preferred.
• Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Basic math skills for following instructions on product labels.

Responsibilities

• Perform pest management services for residential customers.
• Inspect client properties for signs of infestation and entry points.
• Apply approved pest control products (chemicals, baits, traps) safely.
• Educate customers on pest prevention and maintaining a pest-free environment.
• Advise on reducing future infestation risks and improving protection.
• Build relationships with customers, schedule/confirm appointments, and assist with sales.
• Ensure pest control equipment is maintained, stocked, and functioning.
• Follow all regulations governing pest control products and safety protocols.
• Operate company-provided service vehicle safely.

Skills

Customer-facing

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Licenses/certificates as required

Job description

Responsibilities

Perform industry‑leading pest management services for residential customers.

• 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 appointments, and help with sales to current customers while expanding the 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 (with routine maintenance supplied).

Essential Job Functions

• Work in tight, confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, narrow aisles, or passageways.
• Work around animals, insects, and termites; occasionally around mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals.
• Work both indoors and outdoors in the local climate wearing company‑provided weather gear.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE), such as an OSHA‑compliant respirator.

Qualifications

• Clean shaven face for safety reasons (rebreathers must seal properly).
• 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.
• Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by the employer).
• Availability 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 for following instructions on product labels.
• Customer‑facing experience is preferred.

Benefits

Full‑time colleagues qualify for the following benefits at hire, with many roles offering performance incentives:

• Professional and personal growth opportunities.
• Training and development programs available.
• Tuition reimbursement benefits for full‑time colleagues.
• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Vacation days, sick days, company‑paid holidays, and floating holidays.
• Work‑life balance and a company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility.

Legal and Diversity Statements

Rentokil is a drug‑free workplace and is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. Employers must not administer lie detector tests in Massachusetts. This position is offered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or family status.