Termite Technician

Terminix; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision

401(k) retirement plan with company matching

Vacation and sick days

Job summary

Terminix in Knoxville, TN is looking for skilled professionals to provide termite treatment services. Responsibilities include identifying termite issues, performing safe treatments, and maintaining service vehicles.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and experience in customer service or termite control. Benefits include health coverage, 401(k) matching, and tuition reimbursement starting from day one.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of customer service or experience in termite control.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to use a company vehicle.
• Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Identify termite problems and determine remedial steps.
• Perform termite treatment services safely according to company guidelines.
• Communicate critical conditions to the customer and discuss procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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.

Our mission is to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet."

Responsibilities

• Identify termite problems and determine remedial steps.
• Perform termite treatment services safely and according to company guidelines.
• Apply anti‑termite treatments to structures according to schedule, safety procedures, and label instructions.
• Communicate critical conditions to the customer and discuss procedures and structural modifications.
• Verify job specifications are appropriate for each work order.
• Operate and maintain service vehicles and equipment.
• Complete production forms documenting services provided.
• Interact with customers and explain services provided.

Essential Functions

• Tolerate a variety of environmental conditions, including seasonal weather, damp and/or dusty locations.
• Prepare the job site for treatment.
• Enter and exit structures and crawl spaces; climb over and on top of structures; ascend and descend stairs and ladders.
• Work 20 feet up on a ladder and in small confined spaces.
• General laborer, carpentry, cement, roofing, gutter, and attic experience is a plus.
• Ability to work on roofs and high areas.
• Full use of PPE, such as an OSHA‑compliant respirator, while working in confined spaces.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to use a company vehicle and gas card.
• At least 1 year of customer service or experience in termite control.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Flexible with working hours, Monday‑Friday and Saturdays as needed.
• Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by us).
• Basic math skills—add, subtract, multiply, divide, and follow mixing instructions on product labels.

Benefits

• Full‑time colleagues eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1.
• Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Vacation days, sick days, and company‑paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement for full‑time colleagues.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Rentokil is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. This position is drug‑free workplace. California residents can review privacy rights.