Utility Technician

Innovation/Utility SpecialistBenefits 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."What do our Innovation/Utility specialists do?The primary purpose of this role is to perform the dynamic combined aspects of pest control, exclusion services, minor construction, and TAP (Thermal Acoustical Pest) insulation installation allowing you to make a significant impact in the communities we serve.Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:Pest Control: Conduct inspections to identify pest activity, perform pest control services for residential and commercial clients, and install and maintain termite control systemsTAP Insulation Installation: Efficiently install Thermal Acoustical Pest Control (TAP) insulation, ensuring quality service and customer satisfaction while managing job-site preparations and clean-upConstruction and Repair: Assist with light construction projects, including minor repairs and replacements related to pest damageCustomer Interaction: Communicate effectively with customers to explain services, ensure satisfaction, and provide guidance on pest control measuresService Delivery: Perform exclusion services and wildlife removal, setting up and building exclusion traps, and ensuring safety protocols are followedContinuous Learning: Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and regulations. Participate in training to enhance your skills in pest control and related servicesEssential Job Functions:Working around animals, insects and termitesWorking in tight, confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, narrow aisles, or passagewaysSetting up and building exclusion traps, cuts flashing and forms hardware cloth to specificationsRemoving animals trapped in exclusion devicesWorking in a safety harness from roof tops as needed in the performance of exclusion services and wildlife removalCompleting production forms documenting services providedYou'll sometimes be working around mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights and scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals, and we'll train you how to handle all of these conditions safelyMove up to 50 pounds by lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise repositioning objectsMaintain balance when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfacesPush objects forward, downward, or outward with sustained force using the upper extremities to press with steady force and drag, draw, haul, or tug objectsAble to work both inside and outside in your local climate in company-provided weatherLots of moving around — regularly sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, up and down stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and polesAbility to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), like an OSHA-compliant respiratorSafely operate a motor vehicle and make sure it and all other equipment is kept cleanWhat do you need?Clean shaven face- for safety reasons (rebreathers have to be able to seal your face)High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Possess a valid driver's license from state of residenceAvailable to work Monday-Friday and Saturdays as neededSolid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills and the ability to present information in both internal and external settings.Basic math skills — add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. You'll need to be able to follow instructions for mixing on product labels.Licenses/certificates as required by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by us)Customer-facing experience preferredBase Pay RangeHourly: $17.00 - $19.00While 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).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:Multiple avenues to grow your careerTraining and development programs availableTuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)Health and WellnessFull-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much moreSavings and Retirement401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributionsWork-Life BalanceVacation days & sick daysCompany-paid holidays & floating holidaysA company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibilityWe are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work. Is that you?This company is a Drug Free workplace.Rentokil is committed to complying with all Federal, State, and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities.California residents click here to review your privacy rights.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.By applying to this job, you agree to receive initial texts from systems used on behalf of Rentokil North America, Inc., possibly including Workday, Loop, and HireVue. These systems utilize text messages to communicate with you throughout the application, interview, and pre-hire processes. You can set your communication preferences or opt out of text messages from each system at any time following the initial message. Message and data rates may apply.