Commercial Pest Control Technician

About the Role

Join Orkin as an Orkin Pro and deliver on the promise of a safe place to live, work, and play behind pest control’s best-known brand. This is a career with growth potential, comprehensive benefits, and a recession-resistant industry. Orkin provides award-winning training, so no prior industry experience is required. You’ll work alongside a team that values safety, professionalism, empathy, integrity, and innovation to deliver peace of mind to customers.

Responsibilities

• Complete Orkin’s award-winning training to learn the skills and knowledge required to serve customers.
• Prioritize safety in all responsibilities and follow a route schedule within an assigned territory.
• Operate a company vehicle safely and maintain its cleanliness along with equipment.
• Conduct yourself with professionalism and integrity with customers and coworkers.
• Serve as a problem solver for customers by listening to their needs and recommending efficient, innovative solutions.
• Inspect the interior and exterior of customer properties to diagnose and treat pest issues.
• Communicate with customers to explain actions taken, ensure satisfaction, and discuss additional services.
• Complete all required service-related documentation using a handheld device for accuracy.
• Meet with customers in their homes or businesses to address pest management needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license within the first 90 days of employment (company paid).
• Experience in service or skilled trades industries is preferred.
• Experience in a professional driving or route management role is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, manage route-based assignments, and interact with customers.

Physical Requirements

• Safely use a ladder within the manufacturer's weight capacity.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, rooftops, etc., including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including an OSHA-compliant respirator when required.
• Work in various weather conditions.

Benefits

• Competitive earnings starting at $19 to $25 per hour with commission opportunity.
• Company vehicle with gas card upon route assignment.
• 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.
• Paid training and continued education to support career progression.
• Career advancement opportunities within the company.

Why Orkin?

Orkin is a mission-driven company with nearly 125 years of service excellence. We value:

• Safety
• Professionalism
• Empathy
• Integrity
• Innovation

If you have a service-oriented mindset, want to build customer loyalty, and are committed to continuous learning and leadership, Orkin offers a purposeful career in a reliable industry.