Home Improvement Sales Specialist

Orkin LLC•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

Orkin is hiring a Home Sales Inspector to consult with homeowners, inspect homes for pest-related problems, recommend tailored solutions, and close sales. The role combines customer service, field inspections, and sales, with company-provided leads as well as opportunities to develop business independently. Orkin provides training, tools, and career development. Average first-year earning potential is $70,000–$95,000, including base pay and commission; the posting also advertises $100,000+ earning potential for top sellers.

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 training and licensing.
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, sometimes including 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 individual prospecting.
Operate a company vehicle safely.
Work in environments including rooftops, crawl spaces, attics, ladders, and confined spaces.
Prioritize safety in equipment use, work environments, and customer interactions.
Perform duties in all weather conditions.