Pest Control Technician

Orkin; Ligonier (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship awards

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Mobile device

Job summary

Orkin is seeking motivated individuals to join our award-winning team as Orkin Pros. We offer paid training from day one, a path to leadership and management, and a stable career in pest control.

Join a company with 120+ years of experience, where you’ll help families and businesses feel safe and pest-free while using company vehicles, devices, and the latest technology. Expect comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to obtain the pesticide license within 90 days (company paid).
• Ladder use safely within weight limits.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Safely access crawl spaces, attics, and confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Serve customers on daily route with top-tier pest protection.
• Inspect properties and identify pest issues (training provided).
• Communicate solutions clearly and empathetically to customers.
• Recommend additional services for peace of mind.
• Operate and maintain company vehicles and equipment safely.
• Complete reports and documentation on a handheld device.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Independent worker

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Join the Best in Pests – Become an Orkin Pro!

Looking for a career and not a job? Do you want to make an impact and never worry about job stability? Orkin is the industry leader in pest control, with over 120 years of protecting homes and businesses—and we’re looking for motivated individuals to join our award-winning team.

Do you have a strong customer service background but no pest control experience? No problem! Our comprehensive training program will teach you everything you need to know to build a successful, long-term career in a recession-resistant industry.

Why You’ll Love Being an Orkin Pro:

• Make an Impact: Help families and businesses feel safe, secure, and pest-free.
• Earn While You Learn: Paid training from day one, no prior experience required.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to advance into leadership, sales, or management.
• Job Stability: Pests don’t take breaks, which means steady work for you.
• Tools & Support: Company vehicle, fuel card, mobile device, and the latest technology provided.

We are driven by a shared mission and grounded in values that define everything that we do:

• Safety
• Professionalism
• Empathy
• Integrity
• Innovation

With a reputation built over more than a century and a team-first culture, you’ll feel supported from day one – with the freedom and tools to succeed.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

• Serve customers professionally on your daily route and provide top-tier pest protection.
• Inspect properties and identify pest issues, training provided.
• Communicate solutions clearly and empathetically to customers.
• Recommend additional services that bring peace of mind.
• Operate and maintain company vehicles and equipment safely.
• Complete reports and documentation on a handheld device.

What’s in it for you?

• Average First Year Earnings are between $50,000 and $60,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision & 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.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• A strong work ethic and commitment to customer service
• A team player with a positive attitude
• An individual who can work independently and stay organized
• Someone who doesn’t mind climbing, crawling, or working in various weather conditions.
• Where the pest go we go.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license within the first 90 days of employment (company paid)
• Use a ladder safely within the manufacturer’s weight capacity.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Safely access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, rooftops, etc.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE), which sometimes requires an OSHA-compliant respirator.

Orkin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.