Pest Control Technician

Orkin LLC • Galesburg, IL

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About The Position

Orkin is hiring a Pest Control Technician to provide pest protection to homes and businesses. The role is open to candidates without pest control experience, and Orkin provides paid training from the first day. Technicians identify pest issues, explain findings, answer customer questions, and recommend services. They follow safety protocols when performing services, handling equipment, and applying treatments, and they use handheld devices to record findings, complete service reports, and track customer interactions. The position involves working in varied weather and accessing areas such as crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, and rooftops.

Orkin provides a company vehicle, fuel card, mobile device, and technology. The posting states average first-year earnings of $50,000–$60,000 plus commission and describes opportunities to advance into leadership, sales, or management.

Requirements

• 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.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to customer service.
• Team-oriented approach and positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and stay organized.
• Comfort working in varied weather conditions and climbing or crawling.

Responsibilities

• Provide pest protection while communicating clearly and focusing on customer needs.
• Identify pest issues inside and outside homes or businesses.
• Explain findings, answer questions, and recommend services to customers.
• Follow safety protocols while 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 technology provided.
• 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.
• Opportunities to advance into leadership, sales, or management.

What This Job Offers

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