Pest Control Technician

The Terminix International Company Limited Partnership; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company provided vehicle and gas card

Health, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Terminix is seeking Pest Technicians to perform residential pest control treatments on assigned routes. You will visit customers, apply products safely, and discuss additional Terminix services as appropriate.

Approximately a 1st year earning potential through base pay plus commissions; a company vehicle and gas card are provided, with benefits starting day 1.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Apply pesticides according to schedule, safety procedures and labels.
• Respond to customer service calls and confirm scheduled visits.
• Identify opportunities to sell additional Terminix products.

Skills

Customer interaction

Drive with license

Self-motivated

Safety awareness

Math aptitude

Outdoor work

Communication skills

Facial hair policy awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

None

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."For more than 85 years, Terminix has built a reputation as one of the nation’s leading providers of termite and pest control services, safeguarding over 3 million homes and businesses against all types of pests in 47 states and 14 countries.What is this role about?Our Pest Technicians serve in a key front-line role and are the very heart of what we do. It’s all about providing outstanding service delivery of Terminix products to valued customers within your assigned territory.What does a “Day-in-the-Life” look like?Equipped with a company vehicle and excellent industry training, Pest Techs are out in the neighborhoods Terminix serves visiting residential customers and performing their pest control treatments. Pest Technicians also offer customers on their route additional products and services that may be beneficial, which presents a great opportunity to earn commissions on top of a very attractive base salary.Here are a few more specifics of what you would be doing each day:Applying pesticides to structures according to schedule, safety procedures and label instructions.Responding on a timely basis to customers' requests for telephone and in-person service calls + calling customers to confirm scheduled services.Identifying and acting upon opportunities to sell additional Terminix products or servicesWhat do I need to be successful?Being a high school graduate/having a GED and a valid driver’s license are both requirementsPrior industry experience is great, but not required. The following are much more important…You are personable and enjoy interacting with customersYou are self-motivated and have a strong work ethicYou can effectively present information to customers one-on-one and in small groupsYou are detailed oriented and understand the importance of safetyYou have a good aptitude for basic math- necessary for doing calculations related to sales and serviceOf course, given our business, you should be comfortable working outside and in confined spaces like crawl spaces and atticsFor safety reasons (rebreathers have be able to seal to your face) our Pest Techs aren’t able to have facial hairWhy should I choose Terminix?In addition to being part of an iconic brand with a rich 85 year history, here are some other highlights of what we offer members of the Terminix Team.Comprehensive training and licensure, all paid by the companyHighly competitive compensation – earning potential of $30,000-50,000 in first year.Company provided vehicle (that you can take home with you at night) and gas cardOpportunities for advancement and career growth – including paths into management level rolesMedical, dental and vision coverage + discounts on Terminix brandsShort/long-term Disability and Life InsurancePaid time offDisclaimerThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed by employees assigned to this classification; they are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.Base Pay RangeHourly: $17.00 - $23.00While starting pay falls within the given range, it can vary based on factors like geographic location, skills, education, and experience. Total earnings may also be affected by overtime, incentives, commissions, performance, and route assignment (where applicable).Why Choose Us?A career with the Rentokil family of companies can be a professional trajectory filled with opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a world-class team that rewards high performance, and we love to promote from within. We offer competitive pay and many of our roles offer performance incentives.Below you'll find information about some of what we have to offer. All Full-Time Colleagues qualify for the following and Part-Time Colleagues qualify for most benefits after they meet certain criteria.Click here to read more about our Total Rewards Program which includes:Professional and Personal GrowthMultiple avenues to grow your careerTraining and development programs availableTuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)Health and WellnessFull-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much moreSavings and Retirement401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributionsWork-Life BalanceVacation days & sick daysCompany-paid holidays & floating holidaysA company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibilityWe are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work. Is that you?This company is a Drug Free workplace.Rentokil is committed to complying with all Federal, State, and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities.California residents click here to review your privacy rights.It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.By applying to this job, you agree to receive initial texts from systems used on behalf of Rentokil North America, Inc., possibly including Workday, Loop, and HireVue. These systems utilize text messages to communicate with you throughout the application, interview, and pre-hire processes. You can set your communication preferences or opt out of text messages from each system at any time following the initial message. Message and data rates may apply.