Pest Control Technician

Orkin LLC • Bayonet Point, FL

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About The Position

As an Orkin Pro, the Pest Control Technician provides customers with professional pest-control protection and service on an assigned route. The role begins with paid, award-winning training; prior pest-control experience is not required. Technicians handle daily route operations, scheduling, diagnosing issues, and planning treatments while prioritizing safety and professionalism.

Technicians visit customers’ homes and businesses to inspect properties, explain work performed, address concerns, and recommend solutions or additional services. The position involves working independently in the field, using a company vehicle and handheld device, and completing service documentation. Orkin offers career growth opportunities, competitive earnings, commission opportunities, and a 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 in their businesses or homes.
• Ability to meet physical job requirements and safely perform duties with or without accommodations.
• Ability to safely use a ladder within the manufacturer’s weight capacity.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely 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 assigned route and daily schedules, arriving at customer locations safely and on time.
• Operate and maintain the cleanliness of a company vehicle and equipment.
• Act professionally and with integrity with customers and coworkers.
• Listen to customers, understand their needs, diagnose issues, and recommend appropriate pest-management solutions.
• Meet customers at their homes or businesses to explain actions taken, confirm 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 advancement opportunities and opportunities to improve compensation.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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