Pest Control Technician (Will Train)

About the Role

Join Orkin as an Orkin Pro and deliver professional pest control services under a trusted brand with nearly 125 years of experience. This role offers a career with growth potential, comprehensive benefits, and award-winning training—no prior industry experience required. As part of a purpose-driven team, you’ll provide peace of mind to customers in their homes and businesses, working in a recession-resistant industry.

Responsibilities

• Complete Orkin’s award-winning training to gain the skills and knowledge needed to serve customers effectively.
• Prioritize safety in all tasks, including operating a company vehicle and maintaining cleanliness of equipment.
• Follow a route schedule within an assigned territory, ensuring timely and professional service at each customer location.
• Conduct inspections of customer properties (interior and exterior) and diagnose pest issues.
• Act as a problem solver with empathy, listening to customer needs and recommending efficient, innovative solutions.
• Meet with customers to explain actions taken, ensure satisfaction, and discuss additional services for comprehensive pest management.
• Complete service-related documentation using a handheld device for accuracy and efficiency.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to obtain a pesticide license within the first 90 days of employment (company paid).
• Ability to work independently, manage route-based assignments, and interact with customers in homes or businesses.

Physical Demands

• 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, and other areas requiring 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 $24 per hour, with commission opportunities.
• Company vehicle with gas card provided upon route assignment.
• Extensive paid training up front and ongoing to support continuous improvement.
• Comprehensive benefits package: 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.
• Career advancement opportunities with increasing compensation.

Why Orkin?

Orkin offers a mission-driven career in a reliable, recession-resistant industry. Ideal candidates are service-oriented, committed to building customer trust, and value teamwork, safety, professionalism, empathy, integrity, and innovation. Join a company that supports community engagement and continuous learning.