Home Improvement Sales Specialist

Orkin LLC • Lorton, VA

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About The Position

Orkin is hiring a sales professional to help homeowners protect their homes through termite and pest management services. The role involves conducting comprehensive home inspections, identifying termite activity and other pest concerns, explaining findings, and recommending customized protection plans. The Sales Inspector builds customer trust through professional consultations, follows up on company-provided leads, develops referrals, and prepares agreements and documentation using company technology.

The position offers paid training, uncapped commission, a company vehicle with a gas card, and stated average first-year earnings of $75,000 to $100,000 or more, including base pay and commissions. Orkin describes the industry as recession resistant and highlights opportunities for career development and advancement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently in the field while delivering outstanding customer service.
• Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license or certification if required; training and licensing costs are covered.
• Meet physical job requirements and safely perform job duties with or without accommodations.
• Safely use a ladder within the manufacturer's weight capacity.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Safely access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, and rooftops, including climbing or balancing and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Wear personal protective equipment, which sometimes requires an OSHA-compliant respirator.
• Willingness to work in different types of weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Sales experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet with homeowners to conduct comprehensive interior and exterior home inspections.
• Identify termite activity, pest concerns, and conditions that may increase risk.
• Educate customers about inspection findings and recommended solutions.
• Design customized protection plans based on each customer's needs.
• Build trust through professional consultations and exceptional customer service.
• Follow up on company-provided leads and generate referral opportunities.
• Prepare service agreements and documentation using company technology.
• Manage the schedule and sales pipeline to achieve personal income and performance goals.

Benefits

• Average first-year earnings between $75,000 and $100,000+ (base pay plus commissions).
• Uncapped commission.
• Company vehicle with gas card.
• Paid training.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.
• Top performers may earn annual incentive trips and advancement opportunities.
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back.

What This Job Offers

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