Termite Technician Trainee

Company: Terminix
Location: West Monroe
Posted on: November 19, 2021

Job Description:

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 Termite Control 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 and excellent industry training, our Termite Techs are out in the neighborhoods Terminix serves visiting residential customers and performing requested termite treatments. Here are a few specifics of what you would be doing each day:

• Verifying that job specifications are appropriate for each work order
• Preparing the job site for treatment
• Applying anti-terminate treatments to structures according to schedule, safety procedures and label instructions.
• Interacting with customers and explaining services provided
• Completing production forms documenting services providedWhat do I need to be successful?
  • Being a high school graduate/having a GED and a valid driver's license are both requirements
  • Prior industry experience is great, but not required. The following are much more important------
  • You are personable and enjoy interacting with customers
  • You are self-motivated and have a strong work ethic
  • You can effectively present information to customers one-on-one and in small groups
  • You are detailed oriented and understand the importance of safety
  • You have a good aptitude for basic math- necessary for doing calculations related to service
  • Of course, given our business, you should be comfortable working outside and in confined spaces like crawl spaces and attics
  • For safety reasons (rebreathers have be able to seal to your face) our Termite Techs aren't able to have facial hairWhy 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 company
    • Highly competitive compensation - earning potential of $30,000-50,000 in first year.
    • Company provided vehicle (that you can take home with you at night) and gas card
    • Opportunities for advancement and career growth - including paths into management level roles
    • Medical, dental and vision coverage + discounts on Terminix brands
    • Short/long-term Disability and Life Insurance
    • Paid time offDisclaimerThe 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.Terminix companies are proud to be EOE.

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