Residential Termite and Home Services Technician and Trainer (Schendel Pest Services)

Terminix; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pest control is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team. This role involves maintaining service routes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing exceptional customer service. With a commitment to employee growth, the company offers comprehensive benefits starting on day one, including health insurance and retirement plans. Ideal candidates will be knowledgeable about pest control practices and willing to work flexible hours. Join a team that prioritizes safety and excellence in service delivery while making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) retirement plan with company-matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Vacation days & sick days

Company-paid holidays & floating holidays

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of pest control chemicals and their applications.
• Ability to maintain proper inventory of pesticides and service records.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service route customers according to company standards.
• Complete daily service reports and advise customers of potential issues.
• Participate in required training programs for certification.

Skills

Knowledge of pest control regulations

Ability to maintain service records

Customer service skills

Ability to operate a motor vehicle

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

2 or 4 year degree preferred

Tools

Pesticides

Service equipment

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."

Position Overview

Be knowledgeable of technical data concerning chemicals used and their application. Be knowledgeable of federal, state and local regulations regarding pest control. Maintain a copy of the business unit Commercial Service manual at close proximity at all times and follow the specified instructions therein. Maintain and service all route customers according to company standards and procedures. Call office daily as required for messages. Complete and submit daily service reports as required. Advise customers of potential problems. Keep management informed of any problems encountered on service routes. Maintain proper inventory of pesticides in usage. Maintain service records in accordance with EPA standards. Collect delinquent accounts. Maintain service equipment and vehicle in clean and proper operating condition. Maintain a safe driving record. Assist on other routes as required by management. Complete federal, state, local and company required training programs within prescribed time limits for proper certification. Available to work flexible hours as required by customer needs, including evenings, nights, and/or weekends. Other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

• Be knowledgeable of technical data concerning chemicals used and their application.
• Be knowledgeable of federal, state and local regulations regarding pest control.
• Maintain a copy of the business unit Commercial Service manual at close proximity at all times and follow the specified instructions therein.
• Maintain and service all route customers according to company standards and procedures.
• Call office daily as required for messages.
• Complete and submit daily service reports as required.
• Advise customers of potential problems.
• Keep management informed of any problems encountered on service routes.
• Maintain proper inventory of pesticides in usage.
• Maintain service records in accordance with EPA standards.
• Collect delinquent accounts.
• Maintain service equipment and vehicle in clean and proper operating condition.
• Maintain a safe driving record.
• Assist on other routes as required by management.
• Complete federal, state, local and company required training programs within prescribed time limits for proper certification.
• Available to work flexible hours as required by customer needs, including evenings, nights, and/or weekends.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• 2 or 4 year degree preferred
• 1-3 months related experience preferred
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, or local regulations.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Immediately report to management any loss of required license.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential function to this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Move up to 10 pounds regularly, and 11-20 lbs frequently, by lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise repositioning objects. Exerting up to 50 lbs of force to move objects is required occasionally.
• Use legs and/or hands and arms to ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc., in a manner that exceeds what is required for ordinary locomotion.
• Maintain balance when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces.
• Bend legs and spine downward and forward to crouch or squat.
• Push objects forward, downward, or outward with sustained force using the upper extremities.
• Extend hands and arms in any direction to reach objects, and move objects from a lower to a higher position.
• Use touch to perceive attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture.
• Express or exchange ideas with others through spoken word and receive detailed information through oral communication.
• Operate a motor vehicle and use electrically and manually powered hand tools.

Incumbent is required to have:

• Close visual acuity to perform detail oriented activities at distances close to the eyes, as well as visual acuity to perform activities at or within arm’s reach.
• Visual acuity to operate motor vehicles or equipment.
• Both inside (not necessarily temperature controlled) and outside (without protection from weather) environmental conditions.
• Hazardous physical conditions, such as mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights and scaffolding, chemical exposure, and/or high heat.
• Atmospheric conditions affecting the respiratory system of the skin, such as fumes, odors, dust, mold, mist, gas, poor ventilation.
• Exposure to animals and insects.
• Meet physical requirements and/or pass medical certification in compliance with state and/or federal regulatory requirements.
• Working in confined spaces, narrow aisles, or passageways.

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 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

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

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