Pest Control Technician (Orkin Pro)

Overview

Join Orkin as a Pest Control Technician—often called an Orkin Pro—and build a purpose-driven career with growth potential. Starting hourly wages range from $20 to $22, with the opportunity to earn quarterly and annual bonuses. In the first year, technicians can expect earnings exceeding $50,000. Orkin has led the pest control industry for over 125 years, offering award-winning training and trusted service. This role involves representing Orkin’s premium brand by delivering exceptional pest management solutions to residential and commercial customers.

This career offers advancement, stability, and meaningful daily impact. If you enjoy independent problem-solving and interacting with new customers, this field role provides structure, support, and growth opportunities within a renowned pest management company.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow a scheduled daily route assigned within your service territory
• Complete all necessary documentation related to pest control services
• Inspect properties thoroughly to accurately identify pest problems
• Deliver effective pest control solutions tailored to customer needs
• Use innovative strategies to customize and improve service outcomes
• Communicate professionally with empathy and integrity
• Build trusted relationships and rapport with clients
• Represent Orkin with pride and contribute positively to your community
• Work in diverse environments such as rooftops, crawl spaces, attics, ladders, and confined areas
• Operate company vehicles responsibly and safely
• Occasionally lift and carry weights up to 50 pounds
• Maintain safety awareness in all tasks, equipment handling, and customer interactions
• Perform job responsibilities regardless of weather conditions

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting wage between $20 and $22 per hour
• Potential first-year earnings above $50,000
• Paid training programs with opportunities for wage increases and promotions
• Bonuses and performance incentives available
• Provision of a company vehicle and fuel card
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• 401(k) plan with company matching and employee stock purchase opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarships for continued education
• Paid time off including holidays and vacation days
• Career advancement and development initiatives

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or GED completion required
• Possession of a valid driver’s license
• Excellent verbal communication and active listening abilities
• Strong empathy and effective problem-solving skills
• Willingness to obtain necessary state licenses, with costs covered by the company
• Dependable, professional, and self-driven work ethic

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely utilize ladders up to the manufacturer’s weight capacity
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Access various work spaces such as crawl spaces, attics, rooftops, and confined areas, requiring climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including OSHA-compliant respirators when necessary
• Perform duties in all types of weather conditions

Equal Employment Opportunity

Orkin is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.