Pest Control Technician
About The Position
As an Orkin Pro, the Pest Control Technician safely and professionally provides pest protection and service to customers on an assigned route. The role includes daily route operations, scheduling, diagnosing issues, and planning treatments. Technicians meet with customers at businesses or homes, inspect properties, explain actions taken, address customer needs, and discuss additional services. Orkin provides extensive paid initial and ongoing training; prior pest control experience is not required. The position offers career growth opportunities and competitive pay, including the possibility of commission.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license.
- 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 inside businesses and/or homes.
- Ability to meet physical job requirements and safely perform 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 crawl spaces, 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
- Complete initial and ongoing training to learn the skills and knowledge required to serve customers.
- Prioritize safety in all responsibilities.
- Follow assigned territory and daily route schedules, arriving at customer locations safely and on time.
- Safely operate a company vehicle and keep the vehicle and equipment clean.
- Conduct oneself professionally and with integrity when interacting with customers and coworkers.
- Listen to customers, understand their needs, and recommend efficient solutions with empathy.
- Meet customers at businesses or homes, explain actions taken, ensure satisfaction, and discuss additional pest management services.
- Inspect the interior and exterior of customer properties.
- Complete required service-related documentation using a handheld device.
Benefits
- Company vehicle and gas card upon route assignment.
- Competitive pay with commission opportunity.
- Extensive paid initial and ongoing training.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Employee stock purchase program.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
- Employee discounts.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Dependent scholarship awards.
- Opportunities to volunteer and give back.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
