Utility Technician

About the Role Pest Control Innovation/Utility Specialist responsible for performing combined aspects of pest control, exclusion services, minor construction, and TAP insulation installation. The role impacts communities by delivering safe, effective pest solutions. Responsibilities Conduct inspections to identify pest activity and perform pest control services for residential and commercial clients. Install and maintain termite control systems. Efficiently install Thermal Acoustical Pest (TAP) insulation, ensuring quality service and customer satisfaction. Assist with light construction projects, including minor repairs and replacements related to pest damage. Communicate effectively with customers to explain services, ensure satisfaction, and provide guidance on pest control measures. Perform exclusion services and wildlife removal, setting up exclusion traps and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Maintain job‑site preparations and clean‑up, document services on production forms. Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and regulations; participate in ongoing training. Essential Job Functions Work around animals, insects, and termites in confined spaces such as basements, attics, crawl spaces, and narrow aisles. Operate exclusion traps, cut flashing, and form hardware cloth to specifications; remove animals trapped in devices. Use safety harnesses on rooftops for exclusion services and wildlife removal. Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling up to 50 lbs. and maintaining balance on narrow or slippery surfaces. Work inside and outside in local climate; wear PPE including OSHA‑compliant respirator. Safely operate a motor vehicle and keep equipment clean. Qualifications High school diploma or GED; related experience and/or training or equivalent education and experience. Valid driver’s license from state of residence. Available to work Monday–Friday and Saturdays as needed. Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills; ability to present information internally and externally. Basic math skills for mixing product labels. Customer‑facing experience preferred. Required licenses or certificates as mandated by federal, state, and/or local regulations (covered by the employer). Pay Range Hourly: $17.00 – $23.00. Benefits Full‑time benefits starting day1: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance. 401(k) retirement plan with company matching. Vacation days, sick days, company‑paid holidays, and floating holidays. Professional and personal growth opportunities; tuition reimbursement for full‑time colleagues. Health and wellness programs. Performance incentives available. Company Information Rentokil is a drug‑free workplace. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws related to the employment of qualified individuals with disabilities. Applicants agree to receive initial texts from systems used on behalf of Rentokil North America, Inc., including Workday, Loop, and HireVue. This role includes working within customer residences and offices, possibly unsupervised, with access to regulated chemicals and customer records. #J-18808-Ljbffr