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Terminix

Franchise-based pest and termite control services

Commercial Pest Technician

Grounds & LandscapingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSanta Maria, CA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Maintain a clean-shaven face so respirators can seal properly.
  • Have a high school diploma or GED, related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Possess a valid driver's license from the state of residence.
  • Be available to work Monday through Friday and Saturdays as needed.
  • Have solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills and the ability to present information in internal and external settings.
  • Have basic math skills, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and be able to follow product-label mixing instructions.
  • Obtain licenses or certificates required by federal, state, or local regulations; the company covers the cost.
  • Work in confined spaces, around animals and insects, and around mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals; training is provided to handle these conditions safely.
  • Work both indoors and outdoors in the local climate while wearing company-provided weather gear.
  • Regularly sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and use stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles.
  • Wear personal protective equipment, such as an OSHA-compliant respirator.
  • Safely operate a company-provided service vehicle on public streets.
  • Resolve conflicts and disputes in a non-violent and non-disruptive manner.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect client properties to identify signs of pest infestations, damage, and entry points.
  • Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, to eliminate pests while following safety standards.
  • Educate customers about pest-prevention methods and ways to reduce the risk of future infestations.
  • Build customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, assist with sales to current customers, and expand the company's products to new customers.
  • Maintain, stock, and ensure the proper working condition of pest control equipment.
  • Follow local, state, and federal regulations concerning pest control products and safety protocols.
  • Perform pest management services for commercial customers, including identifying and eliminating pests in commercial properties, determining infestation types, selecting appropriate treatments, and providing preventative measures.
  • Communicate with clients about pest control solutions.
  • Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle; the company provides routine maintenance.

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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