Pest Control Service Technician Trainee I

About the role

As an Orkin Pro, you’ll put the "pro" in protecting what people value most: their home. You’ll have more than a job—you’ll have a career with growth potential and benefits that go beyond the basics, including a company vehicle, competitive pay, and a 401(k) program. You’ll join a team backed by more than 120 years of delivering top-notch service and be a key player in maintaining our reputation as the best in pests. With Orkin’s award-winning training program, you’ll receive all the tools you need to succeed—no industry experience required. The pest management industry is recession resistant, offering a career with staying power.

Responsibilities

• Complete award-winning company-paid training and learn the skills required to be responsible for the daily operation of a pest control service route
• Drive a company vehicle and follow a route schedule within assigned territory, ensuring timely and safe arrival at each customer
• Communicate with customers to ensure satisfaction and discuss additional services that meet customer needs for a complete pest management program
• Serve as a problem solver to decide on the most efficient and best overall pest solution for each customer's needs
• Complete all required service-related documentation and leverage hand-held device provided for speed and accuracy

Qualifications

• No experience required — training provided
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 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

Work environment

Candidates must meet physical job requirements and safely perform the job duties with or without accommodations:

• Safely use a ladder within the manufacturer's weight capacity
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Safely access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, roof tops, 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
• Willing to work in different types of weather conditions

Benefits

• Competitive earnings: $22.00–$28.00 per hour
• Company vehicle with gas card upon route assignment
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, maternity, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match and employee stock purchase plan
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, dependent scholarship awards
• Industry-leading, quality, comprehensive training program

Why Orkin

Founded in 1901, Orkin is a global residential and business service provider delivering the most accurate, comprehensive, and efficient pest management services for both residential and commercial customers. The pest management industry is growing and recession resistant. Orkin is financially stable and growing as the largest subsidiary of Rollins, Inc. (NYSE: ROL), headquartered in Atlanta, GA.