Commercial Pest Control Technician

Orkin LLC • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

As an Orkin Pro, the Commercial Pest Control Technician delivers professional pest-control service to customers on an assigned route. The role includes inspecting customer properties, diagnosing pest issues, planning and applying treatments, explaining work performed, and recommending solutions or additional services. Orkin provides award-winning initial and ongoing paid training; prior pest-control experience is not required. The position offers career growth opportunities and competitive earnings starting at $18 to $22 per hour, with commission opportunity and a company vehicle and gas card upon route assignment.

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 it.
• Ability to work independently in the field, manage route-based assignments, and interact with customers inside their businesses and/or homes.
• Ability to meet physical job requirements and safely perform job duties with or without accommodations.
• Ability to safely use a ladder within the manufacturer’s weight capacity.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to safely access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, and rooftops, including climbing or balancing and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which sometimes requires an OSHA-compliant respirator.
• Willingness to work in different types of weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Complete required initial and ongoing training.
• Prioritize safety in all responsibilities.
• Follow route and daily operation 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 working with customers and coworkers.
• Listen to customers, understand their needs, diagnose 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 provided handheld device.

Benefits

• Company vehicle and gas card upon route assignment.
• Extensive paid initial and ongoing training.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Commission opportunity.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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