Pest Control Technician - Commercial Dept. (WILL TRAIN!)

Orkin LLC • Santa Rosa, CA

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About The Position

As an Orkin Pro, the Pest Control Technician provides protection and service to commercial customers on an assigned service route. Orkin provides award-winning, extensive paid training up front and on an ongoing basis; prior pest control experience is not required. Training prepares technicians to handle daily route operations, scheduling, issue diagnosis, and treatment planning.

Technicians inspect customer properties, identify pest-management needs, recommend solutions, explain the work performed, and support customer satisfaction. The role involves working independently in the field, operating a company vehicle, following route and daily schedules, and completing service documentation on a handheld device. The position offers career growth opportunities, competitive hourly pay with commission potential, a company vehicle and gas card, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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 safely use a ladder within the manufacturer's weight capacity.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, and rooftops, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, sometimes including an OSHA-compliant respirator.
• Willingness to work in different weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Complete required initial and ongoing training.
• Prioritize safety in all responsibilities.
• Follow route and daily operating schedules within an assigned territory, arriving at customer locations safely and on time.
• Operate a company vehicle safely and keep the vehicle and equipment clean.
• Act professionally and with integrity when interacting with customers and coworkers.
• Listen to customers, understand their needs, and recommend efficient and innovative pest-management solutions.
• Meet customers at their businesses or homes, explain actions taken, ensure satisfaction, and discuss additional services.
• Inspect the interior and exterior of customer properties.
• Complete required service-related documentation using a provided handheld device.

Benefits

• Company vehicle and gas card upon route assignment.
• Extensive paid initial and ongoing training.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Commission opportunity.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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