Pest Control Technician

Orkin LLC • Fort Myers, FL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Orkin Pest Control Technicians, known as Orkin Pros, provide professional pest protection and service to customers on an assigned route. The role includes route operations, scheduling, diagnosing pest issues, planning treatments, and explaining services to customers in their homes or businesses. Orkin provides extensive paid training, and no prior pest control experience is required.

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 safely use a ladder within the manufacturer's weight capacity.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• 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, which sometimes requires an OSHA-compliant respirator.
• Willingness to work in different weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial and ongoing training to develop the knowledge and skills needed to serve customers.
• Prioritize safety in all responsibilities.
• Follow route and daily operation 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.
• Conduct oneself 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 with customers at homes or businesses to explain work performed, ensure satisfaction, and discuss additional services.
• Inspect the interior and exterior of customers’ properties.
• Complete required service 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.

What This Job Offers

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