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Orkin

Pest control services via integrated management

Pest Service Technician

Grounds & LandscapingUpdated on Nov 10
Full-timeFoster City, CA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
  • No prior experience is required.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license within the first 90 days of employment; the company pays for the license.
  • Ability to work independently in the field and manage route-based assignments.
  • Ability to safely use a ladder within the manufacturer's weight capacity.
  • Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.
  • Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, crawl, lift, and carry for extended periods, including within crawl spaces, attics, and basements.
  • Ability to climb ladders and work at heights, including in attics.

Responsibilities

  • Control pests and weeds; perform lawn fertilization and tree and shrub care, and address other agricultural pests at a variety of residential accounts.
  • Physically inspect residential structures for pests, assess infestation severity, and assess the degree of structural damage.
  • Create diagrams and graphs showing the type, degree, and location of infestations.
  • Discuss planned work with residential customers and provide sales solicitations.
  • Coordinate activities with department secretaries and other branch personnel, and submit paperwork and collections daily.
  • Perform administrative tasks at the supervisor's direction, including ordering equipment and supplies, compiling and submitting reports, and calling customers about client callbacks and stopped service.
  • Determine costs, estimate crew time, and schedule work.
  • Receive and properly account for company funds collected during business activities.
  • Maintain company-issued equipment and vehicle in a clean and safe condition.

Desired Qualifications

  • Prior experience in pest control or related work is not required; no additional preferred experience is specified.

About the Company

Orkin

Pest control services via integrated management

Orkin provides professional pest control services using Integrated Pest Management and modern technology to protect homes and businesses while limiting guests' exposure to pesticides. Technicians are thoroughly trained, with hands-on programs that require no prior industry experience, and services are backed by one of the industry’s most comprehensive guarantees. Orkin differentiates itself through a long history (125 years), a strong promise-keeping approach, and a nationwide reputation for reliability, backed by a robust training culture and career opportunities. The company’s goal is to deliver reliable pest protection that customers can trust, while maintaining a scalable, service-driven business and offering growth paths for employees.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Atlanta, GA
Founded
1901

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