Pest Control Technician
About The Position
Orkin is hiring a Pest Control Technician to provide pest protection for residential and business customers. The role includes identifying pest issues, explaining findings, recommending services, and delivering attentive customer service. No pest control experience is required; paid training is provided from the first day. The position offers opportunities for advancement into leadership, sales, or management and includes a company vehicle, fuel card, mobile device, and technology to support the work. Technicians follow safety protocols while conducting services, handling equipment, and applying treatments. The work may involve climbing, crawling, variable weather, ladders, crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, and rooftops, as well as wearing personal protective equipment, sometimes including an OSHA-compliant respirator. The company states average first-year earnings of $50,000 to $60,000 plus commission and describes a comprehensive benefits package.
Requirements
- Strong work ethic and commitment to customer service.
- Team-oriented attitude and a positive outlook.
- Ability to work independently and stay organized.
- 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 safely use a ladder 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.
Nice To Haves
- No pest control industry experience is required; training is provided.
Responsibilities
- Provide pest protection and communicate clearly with a focus on customer service.
- Identify pest issues inside and outside homes or businesses.
- Explain findings, answer customer questions, and recommend services.
- Follow safety protocols when 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 the latest technology provided.
- Average first-year earnings between $50,000 and $60,000 plus commission.
- 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.
- Career advancement opportunities in leadership, sales, or management.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
