Pest Control Service Technician Trainee I

Orkin LLC • Plainfield, NJ

19d • Onsite

About The Position

Orkin is hiring a Pest Control Service Technician Trainee I to learn and perform the work needed to operate a pest control service route. The role includes completing company-paid training, driving a company vehicle within an assigned territory, serving customers, recommending pest management solutions, and completing service documentation using a handheld device. No industry experience is required; Orkin provides training and pays for the required pesticide license.

Requirements

• 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 work independently in the field, manage route-based assignments, and interact with customers.
• Ability to safely use a ladder within the manufacturer's weight capacity.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, and rooftops, including climbing or balancing and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include an OSHA-compliant respirator.
• Willingness to work in different weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Complete company-paid training and learn the skills required to operate a pest control service route.
• Drive a company vehicle and follow a route schedule within an assigned territory, arriving at each customer location safely and on time.
• Communicate with customers to ensure satisfaction and discuss additional services that meet their needs.
• Assess customer needs and determine efficient, appropriate pest management solutions.
• Complete required service-related documentation using a provided handheld device.

Benefits

• Competitive earnings.
• Company vehicle and gas card upon route assignment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 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.
• Company-paid training.

What This Job Offers

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