Commercial Pest Control Technician

Orkin LLC • Jacksonville, FL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Orkin Pro, the Commercial Pest Control Technician provides professional pest protection and service to customers on a designated route. The role includes daily route operations, scheduling, diagnosing pest issues, planning treatments, and recommending suitable solutions. Technicians meet customers at businesses or homes, inspect properties, explain actions taken, and discuss additional services. Orkin provides award-winning paid training and ongoing support; prior pest control experience is not required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license within the first 90 days of employment.
• Ability to work independently in the field, manage route-based assignments, and interact with customers at businesses and/or homes.
• Ability to safely use a ladder within the manufacturer’s weight capacity.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, and rooftops, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, sometimes including an OSHA-compliant respirator.
• Willingness to work in different types of 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 all interactions with customers and coworkers professionally and with integrity.
• Listen to customers, understand their needs, and recommend effective pest-management solutions.
• Meet customers at businesses or homes to explain actions taken, confirm satisfaction, and discuss additional services.
• Inspect the interior and exterior of customers’ properties.
• Complete required service documentation using a provided handheld device.

Benefits

• Competitive earnings starting at $18 to $21 per hour.
• 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