Pest Control Field Technician — Training & Career Growth

Orkin; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Paid training

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision & life

Paid vacation

Holidays and sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Orkin is seeking a Service Technician to join a mission-driven team delivering the industry’s best pest protection. You’ll start with award-winning training and work on a designated service route, focusing on safety, professionalism, and customer satisfaction.

You’ll meet customers in their homes or businesses, diagnose issues, apply treatments, and document all actions on a handheld device, with opportunities for career progression and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Experience in the service or skilled trades industries is preferred.
• Experience in a professional driving/route management role is a plus.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license 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 our great customers inside their businesses and/or homes.

Responsibilities

• Complete award-winning training to learn the skills and knowledge required to serve our customers.
• Prioritize safety in all responsibilities.
• Follow a route schedule and daily operation schedule within an assigned territory and ensure timely and safe arrival at each customer’s location.
• Operate a company vehicle safely and ensure cleanliness of the vehicle and equipment.
• Conduct yourself with the utmost professionalism and integrity with customers and coworkers.
• Serve as a problem solver for each customer with empathy by listening to and understanding their needs and utilizing Orkin Pro expertise to recommend the most efficient and innovative solution.
• Meet with customers in their businesses or homes to explain actions taken, ensure satisfaction, and discuss additional services.
• Inspect the interior and exterior of the customer’s property and teach safety and pest management practices.
• Communicate with customers to explain actions taken, ensure satisfaction, and discuss additional services.
• Complete all required service-related documentation in a handheld device provided for speed and accuracy.

Skills

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Orkin is seeking a Service Technician to join a mission-driven team delivering the industry’s best pest protection. You’ll start with award-winning training and work on a designated service route, focusing on safety, professionalism, and customer satisfaction.

You’ll meet customers in their homes or businesses, diagnose issues, apply treatments, and document all actions on a handheld device, with opportunities for career progression and competitive pay.