Pest Control Pro

Orkin LLC • Aurora, IL

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About The Position

Join Orkin as a Pest Control Pro, providing pest protection to homes and businesses. No prior pest control experience is required; the company provides paid training from day one. The role offers opportunities to advance into leadership, sales, or management and is described as offering steady work in a recession-resistant industry.

The Pest Control Pro identifies pest issues, explains findings, answers customer questions, and recommends services. The role requires following safety protocols while conducting services, handling equipment, and applying treatments. Employees use handheld devices to record findings, complete service reports, and track customer interactions, and are expected to handle company vehicles, tools, and materials responsibly.

The posting states average first-year earnings of $50,000 to $60,000 plus commission. Orkin provides a company vehicle, fuel card, mobile device, and technology, as well as paid training and a benefits package.

Requirements

• Strong work ethic and commitment to customer service.
• Ability to work as part of a team with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and stay organized.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license within the first 90 days of employment; the company pays for it.
• Ability to safely use a ladder within the manufacturer's weight capacity.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, and rooftops.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, sometimes including an OSHA-compliant respirator.
• Willingness to climb, crawl, and work in various weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service background; prior pest control experience is not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide pest protection and communicate clearly with a customer-focused approach.
• Identify pest issues inside and outside homes or businesses.
• Explain findings, answer questions, and recommend services to customers.
• Follow safety protocols when conducting services, handling equipment, and applying treatments.
• Handle company vehicles, tools, and materials responsibly and follow best practices.
• Use handheld devices to log findings, complete service reports, and track customer interactions.

Benefits

• Paid training from day one.
• Company vehicle and fuel card.
• Mobile device and latest technology provided.
• Medical, dental, vision, 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.
• Opportunities to advance into leadership, sales, or management.

What This Job Offers

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