Pest Control Technician - Commercial Dept. (WILL TRAIN!)
About The Position
Orkin is hiring a Pest Control Technician for its commercial department. The technician provides safe, professional pest protection and service to customers on an assigned route. Orkin provides extensive paid initial and ongoing training, and no previous pest control experience is required. Technicians handle daily route operations, scheduling, diagnosing issues, and planning treatments while identifying customer needs and recommending appropriate solutions. The role involves working independently in the field, visiting customer businesses and/or homes, and using a company vehicle and handheld device.
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 perform the physical duties of the job, with or without accommodations, including using ladders within manufacturer weight limits, occasionally lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, accessing crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces and rooftops, and climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling.
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which sometimes includes an OSHA-compliant respirator.
- Willingness to work in different weather conditions.
Responsibilities
- Complete initial and ongoing training to develop the skills needed to serve customers.
- Prioritize safety in all job responsibilities.
- Follow route and daily operating schedules within an assigned territory, arriving at customer locations safely and on time.
- Operate and maintain the cleanliness of a company vehicle and its equipment.
- Conduct interactions with customers and coworkers professionally and with integrity.
- Listen to customers, understand their pest problems, and recommend efficient solutions.
- Meet with customers at their businesses or homes to explain work performed, confirm satisfaction, and discuss additional services.
- Inspect the interior and exterior of customer properties.
- Complete required service documentation using a company-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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
