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Innovation Technician

📍 Benton, IL 💰 50,000 – 60,000 USD / yr 🕒
Work Model
📍 Benton, IL
Employment
💼 Full-Time Direct
Recruitment Type
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📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities

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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."

For more than 85 years, Terminix has built a reputation as one of the nation’s leading providers of termite and pest control services, safeguarding over 3 million homes and businesses against all types of pests in 47 states and 14 countries.

What is this role about?

Our Innovation Technicians serve in a key front-line role and are the very heart of what we do. It’s all about providing outstanding service delivery of Terminix products to valued customers.

What does a “Day-in-the-Life” look like?

Equipped with a company vehicle, tools, and excellent industry training, our Pest

Innovation Techs are out in the neighborhoods. Terminix serves visiting residential and commercial customers and performing requested pest and home services. This role needs someone that can work with their hands and their minds. You will need to be flexible and goal oriented.

Here are a few specifics of what you would be doing each day

Provide a variety of crawlspace servicesProvide a full line of attic insulation servicesProvide new service for pest control, bed bug, mosquito, tick, and termitesProvide gutter and exclusion servicesWork roof tops in the performance of exclusion services and wildlife removalInteracting with customers and explaining services providedGenerate new business during customer interactions (for additional earnings)Document services utilizing iPhone

What do I need to be successful?

Being a high school graduate/having a GED and a valid driver’s license are both requirementsThree to six months of related exclusion experience and/or training and six months of experience using hand tools and related equipment. The following are much more important…You are personable and enjoy interacting with customersYou are self-motivated and have a strong work ethicYou can effectively present information to customers one-on-one and in small groupsYou are detailed oriented and understand the importance of safetyYou have a good aptitude for basic math-- necessary for doing calculations related to serviceOf course, given our business, you should be comfortable working outside and in confined spaces like crawl spaces and atticsFor safety reasons (rebreathers have be able to seal to your face) our Innovation Techs aren’t able to have facial hair

Why should I choose Terminix?

In addition to being part of an iconic brand with a rich 85 year history, here are some other highlights of what we offer members of the Terminix Team.

Comprehensive training and licensure, all paid by the companyHighly competitive compensation – earning potential of $50,000-$60,000 in first year.Company provided vehicle (that you can take home with you at night) and gas cardOpportunities for advancement and career growth – including paths into management level rolesMedical, dental and vision coverage + discounts on Terminix brandsShort/long-term Disability and Life InsurancePaid time off

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed by employees assigned to this classification; they are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Why Choose Rentokil ?

A career with Rentokil 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 Rentokil has 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: 

Professional and Personal Growth

Multiple avenues to grow your careerRentokil Terminix is a Drug Free workplace Training and development programs availableTuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)

Health and Wellness

Full-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 more

Savings and Retirement

401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions

Work-Life Balance

Vacation days & sick daysCompany-paid holidays & floating holidaysA company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility

We are looking for individuals who want to make a difference where our customers live and work.  Is that you?

Our companies are proud to be Affirmative Action (AA) and Equal Opportunity Employers (EOE) inclusive of veterans and those with disabilities.

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This position is located in Benton, IL with potential relocation and sponsorship assistance depending on candidate qualifications.

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