Entomology Technical Director, Orkin Commercial West

Rollins, Inc.; Utah; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Rollins, Inc. is seeking a Senior leadership role as Division Pest Control Technical Director within the West Commercial Division of Orkin. Location options include Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, and other West/M Southwest markets; travel around 50%+.

You will provide strategic, technical, and operational direction for pest control services across the region. You will lead subject matter experts, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with sales, marketing, HR, and operations to align

Qualifications

• 10+ years of pest control industry experience with direct technical leadership at regional level.
• Regulatory compliance, health & safety management, and quality assurance experience.
• Experience working with diverse client industries (food manufacturing, hospitality, healthcare, residential).
• Proven ability to introduce new technologies, methodologies, or products into operational settings.
• Demonstrated ability to manage regional budgets and deliver commercial outcomes.
• Professional certifications such as BCE, CPCO, state pest control license, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the regional pest control strategy aligned with Orkin’s vision and client needs.
• Serve as subject matter expert for pest management protocols, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
• Support division goals related to customer service, service quality, training, and customer retention.
• Act as primary technical contact for high‑value or strategic accounts, addressing complex client concerns.
• Provide input to evaluate and implement emerging pest control technologies and digital solutions.
• Monitor regulatory changes and industry standards to ensure proactive compliance and gap addressing.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in entomology, biology, public health, environmental science, or related field

Job description

Overview

Our Entomology team is growing! This senior leadership role serves as the Division Pest Control Technical Director within the West Commercial Division of Orkin, responsible for strategic, technical, and operational direction of pest control services.

Location: Candidates must reside in Los Angeles, CA; Sacramento, CA; Salt Lake, UT; Portland, OR; Phoenix, AZ. Travel required, approximately 50% or more.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the regional pest control strategy aligned with Orkin’s vision, considering emerging trends, risks, and client needs.
• Serve as subject matter expert for all pest management protocols, ensuring compliance with national and regional regulations, certifications, and best practices.
• Support division goals related to customer service, service quality, training, and customer retention.
• Act as primary technical contact for high‑value or strategic accounts, supporting sales and addressing complex client concerns.
• Provide input to the Rollins Innovation team to evaluate and implement emerging pest control technologies and digital solutions.
• Monitor and interpret changes in legislation and industry standards, ensuring proactive compliance and gap addressing.
• Oversee the technical budget for the region, ensuring cost‑effective allocation of resources.
• Lead technical investigations into pest‑related incidents, infestations, or client complaints and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, HR, and operations to align technical initiatives with broader organizational goals.

Benefits

• Competitive position within a financially stable, reputable company.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, maternity, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match and employee stock purchase plan.
• Teammate discounts, tuition reimbursement, and dependent scholarship awards.
• Paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in entomology, biology, public health, environmental science, or related field.
• Typically 10+ years of experience in the pest control industry, including direct technical leadership and field experience at branch or region level.
• Professional certifications such as Board Certified Entomologist (BCE), Certified Pest Control Operator (CPCO), state pest control license, or equivalent.
• Strong record of regulatory compliance, health & safety management, and quality assurance.
• Experience working with diverse client industries (e.g., food manufacturing, hospitality, healthcare, residential).
• Proven experience introducing new technologies, methodologies, or products into operational settings.
• Demonstrated ability to manage regional budgets and deliver commercial outcomes.

Key Competencies

• Technical expertise in pest biology, IPM, pesticide chemistry, application techniques, and safety standards.
• Regulatory acumen with familiarity of local, regional, and national regulations.
• Leadership ability to work independently, manage change, and drive performance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to explain complex concepts to non‑specialists.
• Analytical problem‑solving and diagnostic skills.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with scientific research.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Candidates must reside within the Orkin West Commercial Division territory.
• Must be able to travel to branch locations, field sites, conferences, and partner facilities.
• Travel is estimated at 50% or more.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Rollins, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities Employer.