Utility Specialist

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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."

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

Base pay range: $18 - $20.43 / hour

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:

Professional and Personal Growth

• Multiple avenues to grow your career

• Training and development programs available

• Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)

Health and Wellness

• Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1

• Health 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 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?

This company is a Drug Free workplace.

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The following applies where applicable by law: Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Employees in this position perform work within customer's residences, property, and places of business often unsupervised and with access to vulnerable populations. They may have access to company and customer's records including personal identifiable information, financial records, make financial quotes and commitments on behalf of the company, use, handle, and have access to regulated chemicals that could cause harm to humans or the environment if used inappropriately. They work closely with other colleagues, vendors and/or customers and must be able to resolve conflicts and disputes in a non-violent and non-disruptive manner. They may drive a company vehicle as a primary duty and must safely operate a vehicle on the public streets, and receive company equipment to perform work.