Pest Protection Technician - Paid Training & Growth

Orkin, LLC in; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship programs

Discounts

Paid training

Job summary

Orkin is seeking hands-on specialists in Des Plaines, IL with construction or home‑improvement backgrounds to install pest and home protection systems. No prior pest control experience is required as paid training is provided.

You’ll work as part of a technician crew performing attic and crawlspace services, including encapsulation and insulation, plus light carpentry and customer communication. Tools and training are supplied.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in construction, roofing, or home improvement preferred.
• Strong work ethic and customer service mindset.
• Ability to work in varying weather and confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and install pest and home protection systems.
• Work with a crew to complete pest control tasks.
• Complete attic and crawlspace services, including encapsulation and insulation
• Light carpentry work
• Communicate clearly with customers.
• Maintain equipment and complete reports via handheld device.

Skills

Team player

Strong work ethic

Customer service

Ability to work independently

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Metal brake

Job description

Orkin is seeking hands-on specialists in Des Plaines, IL with construction or home‑improvement backgrounds to install pest and home protection systems. No prior pest control experience is required as paid training is provided.

You’ll work as part of a technician crew performing attic and crawlspace services, including encapsulation and insulation, plus light carpentry and customer communication. Tools and training are supplied.