Pest Control Technician - $1,500 Sign on Bonus

Rentokil North America; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,174,000 - 68,770,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Gas card

Benefits starting day 1

Commissions potential

Paid time off

Health/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Rentokil North America—part of the Rentokil family and the Terminix brand—seeks a Pest Technician to deliver high-quality service to residential customers in its Massachusetts territory.

Equipped with a company vehicle and thorough training, you will perform pest control treatments and may earn commissions. The role emphasizes safety, customer interaction, and opportunities for career growth within a nationwide leader.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and valid driver’s license.
• Prior pest control experience is optional.
• Personable and able to interact with customers.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Able to present information to customers one-on-one.
• Detail oriented and safety conscious.
• Able to perform basic math calculations for sales and service.
• Comfortable working outdoors and in crawl spaces/attics.
• Facial hair policy due to safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Apply pesticides to structures following schedule, safety procedures and label instructions.
• Respond to customer requests by telephone and in person, and confirm scheduled services.
• Identify opportunities to upsell Terminix products or services.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Self-motivation

Work ethic

Attention to detail

Math skills

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Benefits

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.

Role Overview

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.

We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work.

Day-in-the-Life

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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 services.

Qualifications

• Being a high school graduate/having a GED and a valid driver’s license are both requirements.
• Prior industry experience is great, but not required.
• You are personable and enjoy interacting with customers.
• You are self-motivated and have a strong work ethic.
• You can effectively present information to customers one-on-one and in small groups.
• You are detail oriented and understand the importance of safety.
• You have a good aptitude for basic math-- necessary for doing calculations related to sales and service.
• Given our business, you should be comfortable working outside and in confined spaces like crawl spaces and attics.
• For safety reasons (rebreathers have be able to seal to your face) our Pest Techs aren’t able to have facial hair.

Compensation and Benefits

Base Pay Range Hourly: $21.00 - $24.00. While 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).

Highly 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 card.

Opportunities for advancement and career growth – including paths into management level roles.

Medical, dental and vision coverage + discounts on Terminix brands.

Short/long-term Disability and Life Insurance.

Paid time off.

Total Rewards Program

• 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.

Legal and Diversity Statements

Rentokil is committed to complying with all Federal, State, and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities.

This company is a Drug Free workplace.

Since 1927, Terminix has been an industry leader in pest control. You’ll be on a mission to find and eliminate insect and rodent infestations, but we’re more than just a pest control company. Terminix offers insulation services, wildlife control and many specialized services to help protect your home.

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.