Commercial Pest Control Tech – We’ll Train You to Be the Best in Pest!

Orkin LLC • Poway, CA

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About The Position

As an Orkin Pro, the Commercial Pest Control Tech provides professional pest protection and service to customers on an assigned route. The role includes daily route operations, scheduling, diagnosing issues, planning treatments, inspecting properties, and recommending effective solutions. Orkin provides award-winning paid training, and no prior pest control experience is required. The position involves working independently in the field, interacting with customers at businesses and/or homes, and using a company vehicle and handheld device.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license within the first 90 days of employment; the company pays for the license.
• Ability to work independently in the field, manage route-based assignments, and interact with customers inside businesses and/or homes.
• Meet physical job requirements and safely perform job duties, with or without accommodations.
• Safely use a ladder within the manufacturer’s weight capacity.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Safely access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, and rooftops, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Wear personal protective equipment, which sometimes includes an OSHA-compliant respirator.
• Willingness to work in different weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial and ongoing training to learn the skills and knowledge required to serve customers.
• Prioritize safety in all responsibilities.
• Follow route and daily operating schedules within an assigned territory, arriving at customer locations safely and on time.
• Operate a company vehicle safely and keep the vehicle and equipment clean.
• Conduct oneself professionally and with integrity when interacting with customers and coworkers.
• Listen to customers’ needs, diagnose pest-related issues, and recommend efficient solutions.
• Meet with customers at businesses or homes to explain actions taken, ensure satisfaction, and discuss additional services.
• Inspect the interior and exterior of customer properties.
• Complete required service-related documentation using a handheld device.

Benefits

• Company vehicle and gas card upon route assignment
• Competitive earnings starting at $22 to $25 per hour
• Commission opportunity
• Extensive paid initial and ongoing training
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee stock purchase program
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Dependent scholarship awards
• Volunteer opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED