Commercial Pest Control Technician

Orkin LLC • Manassas, VA

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About The Position

As an Orkin Service Technician, you provide safe, professional pest control protection and service to customers along an assigned route. Orkin provides award-winning paid training, so prior pest control experience is not required. The role includes managing daily route operations, scheduling, diagnosing pest issues, planning treatments, inspecting customer properties, and recommending effective solutions. You will meet customers at their businesses or homes, explain the work performed, confirm their satisfaction, and discuss additional services. Technicians use a company-provided handheld device to complete service documentation and receive a company vehicle and gas card upon route assignment. The position offers starting pay of $18 to $22 per hour, commission opportunities, and career advancement potential.

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 businesses and/or homes.
• Ability to safely perform job duties with or without accommodations, including using a ladder within its manufacturer's weight capacity, occasionally lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, and accessing crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, and rooftops.
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as required.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, sometimes including an OSHA-compliant respirator.
• Willingness to work in different weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial and ongoing training to learn the skills and knowledge needed to serve customers.
• Prioritize safety in all responsibilities.
• Follow route and daily operating schedules within an assigned territory and arrive at customer locations safely and on time.
• Operate a company vehicle safely and keep the vehicle and equipment clean.
• Conduct yourself professionally and with integrity toward customers and coworkers.
• Listen to customers, understand their needs, and recommend efficient and innovative pest management solutions with empathy.
• Meet customers at their 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
• 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