Home Improvement Sales Specialist
About The Position
Orkin is hiring a Home Improvement Sales Specialist, described in the posting as a Home Sales Inspector. The role involves helping homeowners address pest-related concerns through in-home consultations, inspections, and tailored solutions. The successful candidate will build customer relationships, use company-provided leads as well as self-generated business, and close sales with an iPad-based sales system. The position includes fieldwork in varied environments and weather conditions, with safety prioritized throughout inspections and customer interactions. Orkin provides training, tools, a company vehicle, and career development support. The posting describes average first-year earning potential of $70,000–$95,000, including base pay and commission, and notes that top sales professionals may receive an annual rewards trip.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to work independently and physically in the field.
- Willingness to obtain required state licenses; Orkin will pay for the licenses and provide training.
- Professional, reliable, and self-motivated.
- Ability to safely use a ladder within the manufacturer's weight capacity.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- 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, which sometimes requires an OSHA-compliant respirator.
- Willingness to work in different weather conditions.
Responsibilities
- Build trust through in-home consultations.
- Perform full home inspections, including attics and crawlspaces.
- Deliver tailored solutions using training and tools.
- Close sales using an iPad-based sales system.
- Grow business through company-provided leads and self-generated sales.
- Operate a company vehicle safely.
- Work in environments including rooftops, crawl spaces, attics, ladders, and confined spaces.
- Prioritize safety when using equipment, working in different environments, and interacting with customers.
- Perform duties in all weather conditions.
Benefits
- Company vehicle and gas card.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) with match.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Tuition reimbursement and scholarships.
- Paid training and career development programs.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Annual rewards trip for top sales professionals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
