Outside Sales Representative

Orkin LLC•Tulare, CA

15d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Orkin Termite Sales Inspector, you will sell termite protection services by inspecting customers’ homes, identifying issues, and recommending solutions tailored to their needs. You will schedule appointments and meet prospective customers in their homes, explain Orkin’s products and services, prepare sales agreements using a company-provided iPad, and build customer trust through attentive, professional service. The role includes prospecting new business and following up on assigned leads. No pest-control industry experience is required; Orkin provides training and pays for required licensure or certification. Compensation during the first 90 days of training is $23 per hour. After successfully completing required licensure, the role transitions to an exempt compensation structure with a base salary plus commission. The posting lists competitive annual earnings of $60,000 to $100,000 and a company vehicle with gas card upon route assignment. The role offers career growth and leadership opportunities and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license or certification if required.
Ability to work independently in the field and interact with clients.
Meet physical job requirements and safely perform job duties with or without accommodations.
Safely use a ladder within the manufacturer’s weight capacity.
Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Safely access crawlspaces, attics, confined spaces, and rooftops, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
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 Orkin termite protection services and recommend solutions suited to each customer's needs.
Prospect new business and pursue assigned leads to achieve goals.
Schedule sales appointments and meet potential customers in their homes.
Inspect the interior and exterior of customers’ homes, including attics and crawlspaces.
Make recommendations based on inspections and identified issues, answer customer questions, explain the process, and set expectations.
Use a company-provided iPad to prepare sales agreements and stay organized.
Build trusted customer relationships by listening to needs and clearly explaining practical solutions.