Pest Control Technician

Orkin; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where you can start a rewarding career in pest control with no prior experience required. As an Orkin Pro, you'll benefit from comprehensive training and a supportive team that values your growth. Enjoy competitive pay, a company vehicle, and a range of benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan. This role not only offers stability in a growing industry but also the chance to make a real impact in your community. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

Gas Card

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Vacation

Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Dependent Scholarship Awards

Qualifications

• No experience required; training is provided.
• Ability to obtain a pesticide license within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Complete company paid training to operate a pest control service route.
• Drive a company vehicle and ensure timely arrivals at each customer.

Skills

Customer Communication

Problem Solving

Route Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hand-held Device

Job description

Overview

Want to Join the Best in Pests? Go Pro with Orkin.

As an Orkin Pro, you’ll put the pro in protecting what people value most: their home.

You’ll have more than a job—you’ll have a career with growth potential and benefits that go beyond the basics. This includes a company vehicle, competitive pay, and a 401(k) program. Not to mention, you’ll receive opportunities to volunteer and give back.

You’ll join a team backed by more than 120 years of delivering top-notch service, and you’ll be a key player in maintaining our reputation as the best in pests.

With Orkin’s award-winning training program, you’ll receive all the tools you need to succeed. That means no industry experience required to start building your career as an Orkin Pro. Plus, pests keep coming back, making our industry recession resistant.

Ready to start a career with staying power? Apply now!

Responsibilities

1. Complete our award-winning company paid training and learn the skills required to operate a pest control service route as a Pro.
2. Drive a company vehicle and follow a route schedule within your territory, ensuring timely and safe arrivals at each customer.
3. Communicate with customers to ensure satisfaction and discuss additional services to meet their pest management needs.
4. Serve as a problem solver for your customer to decide on the most efficient pest solutions.
5. Complete all service-related documentation using your provided hand-held device for speed and accuracy.

Benefits

• Competitive earnings and a company vehicle with gas card upon route assignment.
• Starting pay from $40,000 to $50,000 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, maternity, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match, employee stock purchase plan.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, and dependent scholarship awards.
• Industry-leading, comprehensive training program.

Why Choose Orkin?

• Founded in 1901, Orkin provides accurate, comprehensive pest management services for residential and commercial customers.
• The pest management industry is growing and recession-resistant.
• Orkin is financially stable and growing as the largest subsidiary of Rollins, Inc (NYSE: ROL), headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Qualifications

• No experience required; training provided.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain a pesticide license within 90 days (company paid).
• Ability to work independently and manage route-based assignments.

Work Environment

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

• Use of a ladder within weight capacity.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Access crawl spaces, attics, rooftops, etc., including climbing and balancing.
• Wear PPE, sometimes including OSHA-compliant respirators.
• Work in various weather conditions.

Orkin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.