Pest Control Technician

HomeTeam Pest Defense; Gaffney (SC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading pest control company as an Orkin Pro, where you'll receive extensive training and the opportunity for career growth. This role emphasizes safety, professionalism, and customer satisfaction, providing essential services in a recession-resistant industry. Enjoy competitive pay, benefits, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Dependent scholarships

Qualifications

• No experience necessary — training provided.
• Ability to obtain pesticide license within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, professional protection and service to customers.
• Complete training to acquire necessary skills and knowledge.
• Document all service activities accurately using provided handheld devices.

Skills

Problem Solving

Empathy

Professionalism

Integrity

Safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Pay Range: $17 to $20 an hour

Join the Best in Pest Control with Orkin

As an Orkin Pro, you'll be the professional delivering on the promise of a safe place to live, work, and play, representing pest control’s most well-known brand.

Be part of a purpose-driven team with a reputation built on nearly 125 years of service excellence, providing peace of mind where it matters most: your customers' homes.

This is more than a job — it's a career with growth potential and benefits that extend beyond the basics. With Orkin’s award-winning training program, we equip you with all the tools and technology needed to succeed, even without prior industry experience.

Our industry is recession-resistant, as pests continually return, ensuring stability and ongoing demand for our services.

You will work alongside a team that values safety, professionalism, empathy, integrity, and innovation, all committed to our mission of delivering peace of mind as an Orkin Pro.

Responsibilities

The Orkin Pro provides safe, professional protection and service to customers on a designated route. Your career begins with comprehensive, award-winning training to develop skills in route operations, scheduling, diagnostics, and treatment planning. You will understand customer problems and resolve them effectively.

Key duties include:

• Complete training to acquire necessary skills and knowledge
• Prioritize safety in all responsibilities
• Follow route and daily schedules within your territory, ensuring timely and safe arrivals
• Operate a company vehicle safely and maintain its cleanliness
• Maintain professionalism and integrity with customers and coworkers
• Act as a problem solver with empathy, listening to customer needs and recommending effective solutions
• Meet with customers to explain actions, ensure satisfaction, and discuss additional services for peace of mind
• Inspect customer properties (training provided)
• Document all service activities accurately using provided handheld devices

What We Offer

• Competitive pay starting at $17 to $20 per hour, including a company vehicle and gas card
• Extensive paid training and ongoing development, no prior experience required
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Potential for commission-based earnings
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time off: vacations, holidays, sick leave
• Additional perks: employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, dependent scholarships

Why Choose Orkin?

• Career stability in a recession-resistant industry
• A service-oriented approach to building customer loyalty
• Responsibility and accountability
• Team environment
• Continuous learning and leadership development
• Community support initiatives
• Core company values include:
• Safety
• Professionalism
• Empathy
• Integrity
• Innovation

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• No experience necessary — training provided
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to obtain pesticide license within 90 days (company paid)
• Ability to work independently in the field, managing routes and customer interactions

Work Environment

Candidates must meet physical requirements and perform duties safely, with or without accommodations:

• Use ladders safely within weight limits
• Lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, rooftops, etc., including climbing and balancing
• Wear PPE, possibly including OSHA-compliant respirators
• Work in various weather conditions

Orkin is an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.