Utility Technician

Rentokil North America
$16 per hour to start - Includes company vehicle and gas card. $16 an hour to start. Full training and industry certification provided as part of the training program.
life insurance, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Florida, New Port Richey
Nov 17, 2024
Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period! Essential Duties & Responsibilities Service Support - Serves as back-up to Service Technicians, both in covering for absences and in providing additional coverage & support where needed. Temporarily fills in on routes not yet assigned to a regular Technician. Pest Control - Conducts inspections to determine the source of pest activity. Performs services for Active Pest Control residential and business customers. Completes exterior sealing on homes and other properties to eliminate rodent and wildlife entry. Performs Wood Destroying Organism Inspections. Drills and treats for Dry Wood and Subterranean Termites, fungus, and beetles. Installs and maintains Termite control systems for customers. Minor Construction and Repair - Work on light construction projects including patios, doors, eaves, walls, floors, etc. Assists Active Pest Control Repair Technicians with wood damage replacement. Continuous Learning - Become knowledgeable in the array of available Active Pest Control products and services. Stay current on the latest developments, trends, technology, and regulations in the industry. Participate in employer-provided training on new methods, products, and services offered by Active Pest ControlObtain and maintain licenses/certificates required by federal, state, and local regulations funded by Active Pest Control. Position Requirements Successfully meet pre-employment background screen Possess a valid driver's license and undergo motor vehicle driving record check Available to work Monday-Friday and Saturdays during times of high demand Education & Experience High School Diploma or GED Customer-Facing Experience preferred Other Skills, Attributes, and Abilities Demonstrated attention to detail Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills Ability to safely operate basic hand and power tools Comfortable working at heights (e.g., climbing a ladder up to 20 feet) Capable of lifting and carrying up to 35 lbs Open to learning and becoming knowledgeable about Active Pest Control products and services Comfortable with self-directed working conditions after a training period 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 career Rentokil is a Drug Free workplace Training and development programs available Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues) Health and Wellness Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1 Savings and Retirement 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions Work-Life Balance Vacation days & sick days Company-paid holidays & floating holidays A 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.