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Terminix

Franchise-based pest and termite control services

Commercial Pest Technician

Grounds & LandscapingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A clean-shaven face is required so the respirator can seal properly.
  • A high school diploma or GED, related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
  • A valid driver's license from the state of residence is required.
  • Availability to work Monday through Friday and Saturdays as needed is required.
  • Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills are required, including the ability to present information internally and externally.
  • Basic arithmetic skills are required, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; the technician must be able to follow product-label mixing instructions.
  • Licenses or certificates required by federal, state, or local regulations must be obtained; the company covers their cost.
  • The technician must work in confined spaces, around animals and insects, and around mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals.
  • The technician must work indoors and outdoors in the local climate, regularly perform physical activities including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and moving on stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles, and wear required personal protective equipment such as an OSHA-compliant respirator.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect client properties to identify pest infestations, damage, and entry points.
  • Apply approved pest-control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, while following safety standards.
  • Educate customers about pest-prevention methods and how to reduce future infestation risks.
  • Build customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, support sales to current customers, and expand products to new customers.
  • Maintain pest-control equipment and ensure it is stocked and in good working condition.
  • Follow local, state, and federal regulations for pest-control products and safety protocols.
  • Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle.

Desired Qualifications

  • Customer-facing experience is preferred.

About the Company

Terminix

Franchise-based pest and termite control services

Terminix provides pest and termite control for homes and businesses via a network of branches and franchises, offering one-time treatments and ongoing prevention plans, including a termite protection contract with annual inspections and guarantees. It uses an asset-light model with high margins, negative working capital, and low capital expenditure, supported by recurring service revenue and occasional acquisitions. It differentiates itself through franchise-based delivery, long-term contracts and guarantees, and its integration into Rentokil's global platform for scale and shared resources. Its goal is to be a leading provider of pest and termite control by delivering reliable, predictable service, expanding its footprint, and growing profitability under Rentokil.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
$6.7B
Headquarters
Memphis, TN
Founded
1927

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