Commercial Pest Control Technician - We’ll Train You to Be the Best in Pest!
About The Position
Orkin is hiring a Commercial Pest Control Technician to provide safe, professional pest management services to customers on an assigned route. No prior pest control experience is required; Orkin provides extensive paid initial and ongoing training. The role includes managing daily route operations and schedules, diagnosing pest issues, planning treatments, inspecting customer properties, and recommending appropriate solutions. Technicians meet with customers at businesses or homes, explain work performed, and complete service documentation using a provided handheld device. The position requires independent field work, safe operation of a company vehicle, and professional, customer-focused service.
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 inside businesses 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 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 weather conditions.
Responsibilities
- Complete required initial and ongoing training.
- 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 business professionally and with integrity when working with customers and coworkers.
- Listen to customers, understand their needs, diagnose issues, and recommend efficient pest management solutions.
- Meet customers at businesses or homes to explain work performed, confirm satisfaction, and discuss additional services.
- Inspect the interior and exterior of customer properties.
- Complete required service documentation using a provided handheld device.
Benefits
- Company vehicle and gas card upon route assignment.
- Competitive earnings starting at $22.00 to $31.25 per hour, with 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.
- Company-paid pesticide licensing.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
