Pest Control Technician

Orkin LLC • Liberty Township, OH

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About The Position

Orkin is hiring a Pest Control Technician to provide pest protection to homes and businesses. The company provides paid training from the first day, and no prior pest-control experience is required. Technicians identify pest issues, explain their findings, answer customer questions, and recommend services. They follow safety protocols, responsibly handle company vehicles, tools, and materials, and use handheld devices to document findings and customer interactions. The role may involve climbing, crawling, working in varied weather, and entering crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, and rooftops.

Orkin provides a company vehicle, fuel card, mobile device, and technology. The posting describes average first-year earnings of $50,000–$60,000 plus commission, along with a benefits package. Career advancement opportunities may include leadership, sales, or management.

Requirements

• Strong work ethic and commitment to customer service.
• Team player 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 use a ladder safely within the manufacturer's weight capacity.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, rooftops, and similar areas.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, sometimes including an OSHA-compliant respirator.
• Willingness to climb, crawl, and work in various weather conditions.

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 provided technology.
• 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.
• Commission in addition to average first-year earnings of $50,000–$60,000.

What This Job Offers

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