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Home Inspector roles can qualify for H-1B sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or a related specialty field. Employers in inspection services, real estate, and government contracting do file LCAs for these roles, though the specialty occupation argument requires careful documentation of degree requirements.
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For Those Who Like Being the Best, Join the Best in Pests. As an Orkin Home Services Inspector, you get the advantage of a highly persuasive pitch: top-notch protection from the industry leader with more than 120 years of experience. You’ll also have the satisfaction of helping homeowners protect their most valuable asset. It’s a role that combines your competitive drive and your desire to be part of a team. You’ll have the opportunity to maximize your financial potential with high-performance sales skills and contribute to the overall success of the business. And you can earn your way to an annual rewards trip honoring top performers. You’ll have more than a job —you’ll have a career with growth potential and benefits that go beyond the basics. This includes a company vehicle, competitive pay and a 401(k) program. Not to mention, you’ll receive opportunities to volunteer and give back. With Orkin’s award-winning training program, you’ll receive all the tools you need to succeed. That means no industry experience required to start building your career. Plus, if there’s one thing we know at Orkin, it’s that pests keep coming back, and that makes our industry recession resistant. Ready to start a career with staying power? Apply now!
Responsibilities
As a Home Services Inspector, you’ll be responsible for understanding Orkin’s termite protection services and how to make strategic recommendations to customers. By performing 360 inspections from attics to crawlspaces and everything in between, you’ll be able to solve problems and build trusted relationships ensuring homes and families are protected. Adept at listening to needs and clearly explaining practical solutions, you can win over customers with confidence and care.
- Our sales pros earn top wages, recognition, and opportunities for annual awards trips!
- Serve as a problem solver for customers by utilizing the in-depth training provided to decide on the best overall pest solution for each customer's needs.
- Achieve goals through prospecting new business and assigned leads—we have a robust advertising budget to provide you with leads.
- Schedule sales appointments and meet with potential customers in their homes to explain Orkin’s products and services.
- Inspect the interior and exterior of the customer’s home—don’t worry, we teach you how!
- Make recommendations to customers based on inspection and issues identified by addressing any questions, explaining the process and setting expectations.
- Stay organized and prepare sales agreements using a company provided iPad – we will provide training on this too.
What type of benefits will you receive?
- Competitive earnings and a company vehicle with gas card
- Compensation is from $50,000 USD to $100,000 USD per year (base + commissions)
- Company provided iPhone and iPad with sales software
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, maternity, & life Insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match, employee stock purchase plan
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, dependent scholarship awards
- Industry leading, quality, comprehensive training program
Why should you choose Orkin?
- Founded in 1901, Orkin is a global residential and business service provider who provides the most accurate, comprehensive, and efficient pest management services for both residential and commercial customers
- The Pest Management Industry is growing – and is a recession resistant line of business
- You have a service-oriented mindset that leads you to build loyalty and trust with customers
- You hold yourself responsible for commitments
- You value being part of a team
- You want to join a company that supports the community
- Orkin is financially stable and growing as the largest subsidiary of Rollins, (NYSE: ROL), headquartered in Atlanta, GA
Are you ready to join the Best in Pests?
Qualifications
What do you need to be successful?
No Experience Required – we’ll train you!
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license/certification if required (company paid)
- Ability to work in the field independently and interact with our great customers
- We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.
What will my work environment be like?
Candidates must meet physical job requirements and safely perform the job duties with or without accommodations:
- Safely use a ladder within the manufacturer's weight capacity
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Safely access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, roof tops, etc. including the ability to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) which sometimes requires an OSHA-compliant respirator
- Willing to work in different types of weather conditions
Orkin is an Equal Opportunity/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Employer
Overview
For Those Who Like Being the Best, Join the Best in Pests. As an Orkin Home Services Inspector, you get the advantage of a highly persuasive pitch: top-notch protection from the industry leader with more than 120 years of experience. You’ll also have the satisfaction of helping homeowners protect their most valuable asset. It’s a role that combines your competitive drive and your desire to be part of a team. You’ll have the opportunity to maximize your financial potential with high-performance sales skills and contribute to the overall success of the business. And you can earn your way to an annual rewards trip honoring top performers. You’ll have more than a job —you’ll have a career with growth potential and benefits that go beyond the basics. This includes a company vehicle, competitive pay and a 401(k) program. Not to mention, you’ll receive opportunities to volunteer and give back. With Orkin’s award-winning training program, you’ll receive all the tools you need to succeed. That means no industry experience required to start building your career. Plus, if there’s one thing we know at Orkin, it’s that pests keep coming back, and that makes our industry recession resistant. Ready to start a career with staying power? Apply now!
Responsibilities
As a Home Services Inspector, you’ll be responsible for understanding Orkin’s termite protection services and how to make strategic recommendations to customers. By performing 360 inspections from attics to crawlspaces and everything in between, you’ll be able to solve problems and build trusted relationships ensuring homes and families are protected. Adept at listening to needs and clearly explaining practical solutions, you can win over customers with confidence and care.
- Our sales pros earn top wages, recognition, and opportunities for annual awards trips!
- Serve as a problem solver for customers by utilizing the in-depth training provided to decide on the best overall pest solution for each customer's needs.
- Achieve goals through prospecting new business and assigned leads—we have a robust advertising budget to provide you with leads.
- Schedule sales appointments and meet with potential customers in their homes to explain Orkin’s products and services.
- Inspect the interior and exterior of the customer’s home—don’t worry, we teach you how!
- Make recommendations to customers based on inspection and issues identified by addressing any questions, explaining the process and setting expectations.
- Stay organized and prepare sales agreements using a company provided iPad – we will provide training on this too.
What type of benefits will you receive?
- Competitive earnings and a company vehicle with gas card
- Compensation is from $50,000 USD to $100,000 USD per year (base + commissions)
- Company provided iPhone and iPad with sales software
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, maternity, & life Insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match, employee stock purchase plan
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, dependent scholarship awards
- Industry leading, quality, comprehensive training program
Why should you choose Orkin?
- Founded in 1901, Orkin is a global residential and business service provider who provides the most accurate, comprehensive, and efficient pest management services for both residential and commercial customers
- The Pest Management Industry is growing – and is a recession resistant line of business
- You have a service-oriented mindset that leads you to build loyalty and trust with customers
- You hold yourself responsible for commitments
- You value being part of a team
- You want to join a company that supports the community
- Orkin is financially stable and growing as the largest subsidiary of Rollins, (NYSE: ROL), headquartered in Atlanta, GA
Are you ready to join the Best in Pests?
Qualifications
What do you need to be successful?
No Experience Required – we’ll train you!
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license/certification if required (company paid)
- Ability to work in the field independently and interact with our great customers
- We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.
What will my work environment be like?
Candidates must meet physical job requirements and safely perform the job duties with or without accommodations:
- Safely use a ladder within the manufacturer's weight capacity
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Safely access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, roof tops, etc. including the ability to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) which sometimes requires an OSHA-compliant respirator
- Willing to work in different types of weather conditions
Orkin is an Equal Opportunity/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Employer
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Home Inspector
Verify your role meets specialty occupation
Home Inspector positions vary widely. Roles tied to structural engineering assessments, code compliance review, or forensic inspection are stronger H-1B candidates than general home inspection. Pull the O*NET profile for SOC 13-1041 to document the degree requirement argument before applying.
Target employers who already file LCAs
Engineering firms, environmental consultancies, and federal contractors that employ inspection staff are more likely to have H-1B infrastructure in place. Search the OFLC Wage Search to find employers who have filed LCAs for inspection-related occupations before approaching them.
Get your state license before the offer
Most states require a home inspection license tied to a physical address and background check. USCIS will expect your credentials to be in order at petition time, so secure your state license while you're still on an active work status rather than waiting until after an offer.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with active H-1B LCA filing history in inspection and engineering roles. Filtering by DOL filing data saves you from targeting companies that have never filed a sponsorship petition for this occupation.
Negotiate who covers USCIS filing fees
USCIS prohibits passing the I-129 filing fee to the employee, but premium processing is negotiable. Confirm in writing before signing any offer letter which fees the employer covers, since inspection firms new to sponsorship sometimes misunderstand the fee-payment rules.
Prepare for the specialty occupation RFE
USCIS frequently issues Requests for Evidence on Home Inspector petitions questioning whether the role truly requires a specialty degree. Have your employer document that degree-level knowledge is necessary for the specific inspection scope, not just preferred, before the petition is filed.
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Does a Home Inspector role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined. A general home inspection position often won't qualify because the job can be performed without a bachelor's degree. Roles framed around structural engineering analysis, code compliance, or environmental assessment have a stronger argument. Your employer needs to document that a specific bachelor's degree in a related field is the normal minimum requirement for the position, not just a preference.
Which employers typically sponsor H-1B visas for Home Inspector positions?
Engineering and environmental consulting firms, federal contractors, and large property management companies are the most common sponsors. These employers already have legal infrastructure for H-1B filings. Smaller independent inspection companies rarely sponsor because the administrative cost is high relative to their size. You can find employers with verified LCA filing history for inspection roles on Migrate Mate.
Do I need a state home inspection license before my H-1B petition is filed?
USCIS expects you to hold any required state licenses at the time the petition is approved, not necessarily at filing. That said, securing your license early strengthens the petition by confirming you meet all requirements for the role. Because most states require a background check and sometimes a probationary inspection period, starting the licensing process before your petition is filed is the practical approach.
How does prevailing wage apply to H-1B Home Inspector jobs?
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application certifying they'll pay you at least the prevailing wage for the inspection occupation in your work location. The wage is determined using DOL wage data, and the specific SOC code your employer selects matters significantly since engineering-adjacent inspection roles are classified differently than general inspectors. You can verify wage levels for your location using the OFLC Wage Search.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new inspection employer mid-status?
Yes, under H-1B portability rules you can start working for a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed with USCIS, as long as your prior status was lawful and the petition is non-frivolous. The new employer must file a fresh LCA for the role and location. The specialty occupation documentation requirement applies again, so your new employer needs to frame the position carefully if the role description differs from your prior petition.
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