Outside Sales Representative

Orkin LLC • Westlake Village, CA

17d

About The Position

As an Orkin Termite Sales Inspector, you will explain Orkin’s termite protection services and recommend solutions tailored to customers’ needs. You will perform inspections of homes, build trusted customer relationships, and help protect homes and families. The role combines sales prospecting and customer appointments with field inspections and recommendations. No pest-control industry experience is required; Orkin provides comprehensive training and the tools needed to succeed. Compensation is $23 per hour during the first 90 days of training. After all required licensure is completed, the role transitions to an exempt structure with base salary plus commission. The posting lists competitive earnings of $60,000–$100,000 per year and a company vehicle with gas card upon route assignment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license or certification if required; the company pays for it.
• Ability to work independently in the field and interact with customers.
• 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

• Prioritize safety in all responsibilities.
• Conduct yourself professionally and with integrity with customers and coworkers.
• Use training to understand customer needs and recommend appropriate pest solutions.
• Prospect for new business and follow up on assigned leads to achieve goals.
• Schedule sales appointments and meet potential customers in their homes.
• Inspect the interior and exterior of customers’ homes, including areas such as attics and crawlspaces.
• Make recommendations based on inspection findings, answer questions, explain the process, and set expectations.
• Use the provided iPad to prepare sales agreements and stay organized.

Benefits

• Company vehicle and gas card upon route assignment.
• Medical, dental, vision, maternity, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Employee discounts.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Dependent scholarship awards.
• Comprehensive training program.
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to the community.
• Potential annual rewards trip for top performers.
• Career growth and leadership opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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