Pest Control Technician

HomeTeam Pest Defense; Watseka (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Mobile device

Latest technology provided

Job summary

Orkin is hiring motivated individuals to join our award-winning team as pest protection professionals. Training is provided, no prior pest control experience required, with ample opportunity for growth and stability.

You will identify pest issues, communicate findings, and recommend services while following safety protocols and operating company vehicles and equipment.

Qualifications

• HSD or equivalent is required and clean record is preferred.
• Ability to obtain pesticide license within the first 90 days (company paid).
• Willing to work outdoors in various weather and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide pest protection for homes and businesses with clear communication.
• Identify pest issues indoors and outdoors; full training provided.
• Explain findings and recommend services to customers.
• Follow safety protocols while performing treatments and handling equipment.
• Manage company vehicles and equipment responsibly.
• Log findings and service reports using handheld devices.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Independent worker

Able to climb

Weather adaptable

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pesticide license within 90 days

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? With our award-winning training, you’ll get everything you need to succeed. No industry experience required. Plus, pests keep coming back, making our industry recession-resistant.

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:

• Provide top-tier pest protection, communicate clearly, and demonstrate customer focus in every interaction.
• Identify pest issues both inside and outside homes or businesses, full training provided.
• Explain findings, answer questions, and recommend services that help customers feel secure and informed.
• Follow all safety protocols while conducting services, handling equipment, and applying treatments to protect yourself, your team, and customers.
• Handle company vehicles, tools, and materials responsibly while adhering to best practices.
• Use handheld devices to accurately log findings, complete service reports, and track customer interactions efficiently.

What’s in it for you?

• Average First Year Earnings between $50,000 and $60,000 plus commission
• 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
• Can work independently and stay organized
• Don’t mind climbing, crawling, or working in various weather conditions.
• Where the pests 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.