Pest Control Technician

Pest Control Technician (Will Train)

Join the Orkin team as a Pest Control Technician (Will Train).

As an Orkin Pro, you’ll deliver on the promise of a safe place to live, work, and play. With almost 125 years of experience, Orkin is a purpose‑driven team built on safety, professionalism, empathy, integrity, and innovation.

You’ll start with award‑winning training that teaches you everything you need to succeed. No industry experience required:
Orkin prepares you for daily route operations, scheduling, diagnosis, and treatment planning.

Working with Orkin benefits you with growth potential, a recession‑resistant industry, and comprehensive benefits that go beyond the basics.

• 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 maintain 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 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 give them peace of mind.
• Inspect the interior and exterior of the customer’s property.
• Communicate with customers to explain actions taken, ensure satisfaction, and discuss additional services.
• Complete all required service‑related documentation in a handheld device provided for speed and accuracy.

• Competitive earnings starting at $19 to $20 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 pest control experience required.
• Career opportunities to grow and advance in the company and improve compensation.
• Competitive pay with commission opportunity.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 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, and dependent scholarship awards.
• This requisition is expected to be live for 30 days from the initial date of posting.

• Opportunity with career potential in a reliable, recession‑resistant industry.
• Service‑oriented mindset that builds customer loyalty and trust.
• Accountability and responsibility for commitments.
• Team‑focused culture.
• Continuous learning, improvement and development as a leader.
• Supportive community involvement.
• Career with purpose at a mission‑driven company that values:
• Safety
• Professionalism
• Empathy
• Integrity
• Innovation

• No experience required – we’ll train you to be a Pro!
• 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 businesses or homes.

• Safely use a ladder within the manufacturer’s weight capacity.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, roof tops, etc., including climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE), sometimes requiring an OSHA‑compliant respirator.
• Willing to work in different weather conditions.

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

This requisition is expected to be live for 90 days from the initial date of posting. The hiring process will be conducted in compliance with all federal, state, and local laws. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Seniority Level: Not Applicable.

Employment Type:

Full-time. Job Function:
Management and Manufacturing. Industries:
Consumer Services.

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