Residential Sales Representative

Orkin Pest Control

$70K — $100K *
Elgin, IL 60120In-Person
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong interpersonal skills to build customer relationships
  • Goal-oriented with a competitive spirit
  • Ability to work independently and maintain organization
  • Physically capable of climbing, crawling, and working outdoors
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Comfortable using a ladder and lifting up to 50 lbs
  • Willingness to wear PPE, including OSHA-compliant respirators as needed

Responsibilities

  • Conduct full-home inspections from attic to crawl space
  • Explain findings and recommend treatment options to customers
  • Showcase the value of Orkin's services to close sales
  • Manage appointments and documentation via an iPad
  • Prioritize schedule and maximize leads independently
  • Represent Orkin with professionalism and integrity

Benefits

  • Uncapped earning potential with commission
  • Company vehicle and gas card provided
  • Comprehensive paid training program
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
  • 401(k) plan with company matching
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan and tuition reimbursement
  • Recognition programs with annual incentive trips for top performers
Full Job Description
Overview

If You're Great at Sales, We've Got the Career for You

Are you a natural at connecting with people and closing deals? At Orkin, we'll turn your drive and people skills into a successful, long-term sales career - with uncapped earning potential and the backing of the most recognized name in pest control.

As an Orkin Sales Inspector, you'll offer homeowners genuine peace of mind by providing trusted protection backed by over 120 years of expertise, the Orkin Guarantee, and a brand customers already trust. You'll also enjoy award-winning training, career development, and the satisfaction of helping families protect their most valuable investment, their home.

Responsibilities

What You'll Be Doing
  • Conducting full-home inspections (from attic to crawl space)
  • Build trust by explaining your findings clearly and recommending the best treatment options.
  • Close sales by showcasing the value, protection, and long-term benefits of Orkin's services
  • Manage appointments, follow-ups, and documentation using a company-provided iPad.
  • Work independently, prioritize your schedule, and maximize leads and self-generated opportunities.
  • Represent Orkin with professionalism, empathy, and integrity every step of the way.


What's In It for You?
  • Top Earning Potential: Average First Year Earnings between $70,000 and $100,000 (base + commission)
  • Uncapped Commission: The more you sell, the more you earn
  • Company Vehicle: Gas card included
  • Paid Training: No pest control experience required - we'll teach you everything.
  • Benefits that Go Beyond:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition reimbursement, and scholarship opportunities
  • Recognition & Awards: Top performers can earn exclusive annual incentive trips and advancement opportunities

Qualifications

You'd Be a Great Fit If You:
  • Love meeting new people and helping solve real problems
  • Are confident, competitive, and goal-driven
  • Can work independently and stay organized
  • Don't mind climbing, crawling, or working in various weather conditions.


Minimum Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • 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.


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