Orkin Pro Pest Control Technician

Overview

Join the Orkin team as a Pest Control Technician, also known as an Orkin Pro, and embark on a rewarding career with growth potential and purpose. With over 125 years of industry leadership in pest control, backed by award-winning training and innovative methods, Orkin offers a platform to deliver exceptional service to residential and commercial clients. This position is more than just a job—it is a stable career path with ample opportunities for promotion and meaningful daily impact.

If you enjoy working autonomously, tackling problems, and engaging with different people daily, this role is an ideal fit. Operating within a designated territory under a consistent daily service schedule, you will apply your skills and empathy to provide peace of mind to customers.

This hands-on field position includes structured support and growth possibilities within one of the most respected names in the pest management sector. The work schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, with Sundays and Mondays off. Candidates need to be available consistently during these days every week.

Responsibilities

• Follow a route assigned each day within your specific service area
• Complete all necessary service paperwork and documentation accurately
• Perform detailed inspections and precisely diagnose pest problems
• Deliver top-tier pest control solutions tailored to customer needs
• Communicate with professionalism, empathy, and integrity
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with customers
• Represent the Orkin brand proudly and positively impact the community
• Work in various environments such as roofs, crawl spaces, attics, ladders, and confined spaces
• Operate company vehicles safely and responsibly
• Occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Adhere strictly to safety protocols for equipment use, work conditions, and customer interactions
• Perform duties under varying weather conditions

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting hourly wage ranging from $20 to $22
• First-year earning potential exceeding $50,000 on average
• Paid training with opportunities for wage increases and promotions
• Performance bonuses and rewards
• Use of a company vehicle and gas card
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and employee stock purchase options
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs
• Industry certifications and paid training at no cost
• Paid time off, holidays, and vacation days
• Career advancement programs and professional development support

Qualifications and Work Conditions

• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid driver's license necessary
• Strong communication and active listening abilities
• Customer-centric mindset with problem-solving capability
• Willingness to obtain required state certifications, with training and costs provided
• Professionalism, reliability, and self-motivation essential
• Physical capability to perform duties including safe ladder use, lifting up to 50 lbs, accessing crawl spaces, attics, roofs, and confined areas
• Compliance with personal protective equipment requirements, including occasional use of OSHA-approved respirators
• Comfortable working in diverse weather conditions

Additional Information

The role calls for safety, professionalism, empathy, integrity, and innovation as core values. Orkin is committed to providing a supportive workplace and equal opportunity employment for veterans and individuals with disabilities.