Commercial Pest Control Technician

Overview

As an Orkin Pro, you’ll deliver on the promise of a safe place to live, work, and play. You will work with a pest control brand that has more than 125 years of experience, and you will receive award‑winning training that prepares you for daily route operations, scheduling, issue diagnosis and treatment planning.

• Complete award‑winning training to learn the skills and knowledge required to serve customers.
• Prioritize safety in all responsibilities.
• Follow a route schedule and daily operation schedule within an assigned territory and ensure timely and safe arrival at each customer’s location.
• Operate a company vehicle safely and ensure cleanliness of the vehicle and equipment.
• Conduct yourself with the utmost professionalism and integrity with customers and coworkers.
• Serve as a problem solver for each customer with empathy by listening to and understanding their needs and utilizing Orkin Pro expertise to recommend the most efficient and innovative solution.
• Meet with customers in their businesses or homes to explain actions taken, ensure satisfaction, and discuss additional services that would give them peace of mind about their pest management program.
• Inspect the interior and exterior of the customer’s property.
• Communicate with customers to explain actions taken, ensure satisfaction, and discuss additional services that would give them peace of mind about their pest management program.
• Complete all required service‑related documentation in a handheld device provided for speed and accuracy.

• No prior pest control experience required – we’ll train you.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license within the first 90 days of employment (company paid).
• Ability to work in the field independently, manage route‑based assignments and interact with customers in their businesses and/or homes.

• Safely use a ladder within the manufacturer's weight capacity.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Safely access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, rooftops, etc. including the ability to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) which sometimes requires an OSHA‑compliant respirator.
• Must be willing to work in different weather conditions.

• Competitive earnings starting at $21.00 per hour, including a company vehicle with gas card upon route assignment.
• Extensive paid training up front and ongoing to support continuous improvement; no prior experience required.
• Career advancement opportunities to grow and improve compensation.
• Competitive pay with commission opportunity.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match and employee stock purchase program.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, and dependent scholarship awards.

• Safety
• Professionalism
• Empathy
• Integrity
• Innovation

Orkin is an Equal Opportunity/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Employer.