Home Improvement Sales Specialist

Orkin LLC • Fredericksburg, VA

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About The Position

Orkin is hiring a Home Improvement Sales Specialist to sell termite protection services to homeowners. The role involves conducting comprehensive interior and exterior home inspections, identifying termite activity and other pest concerns, and recommending customized protection plans. The specialist explains inspection findings and practical solutions, builds customer trust through professional consultations, follows up on company-provided leads, and seeks referral opportunities. The position combines independent field work, customer service, sales pipeline and schedule management, and preparation of service agreements and documentation using company technology.

Orkin provides award-winning training, paid training, career development, a company vehicle with a gas card, and uncapped commission. Average first-year earnings are stated as $75,000 to $100,000+ (base plus commissions), with top earning potential advertised above $100,000. Orkin describes its pest management business as recession resistant and offers opportunities for advancement and community volunteering.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to work independently in the field while delivering outstanding customer service.
• Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license or certification if required; the company covers training and licensing costs.
• Must meet physical job requirements and safely perform 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, rooftops, and similar areas, 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 schedule and sales pipeline to achieve personal income and performance goals.

Benefits

• Company vehicle with gas card.
• Competitive pay with uncapped commission; average first-year earnings between $75,000 and $100,000+ (base plus commissions).
• Paid training.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Scholarship opportunities.
• Top performers may earn annual incentive trips.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back.

What This Job Offers

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