Certified Pest Control Service Technician

American Pest•Lanham, MD

About The Position

American Pest is hiring experienced, state-certified Pest Control Technicians to provide professional pest management services to residential and commercial customers. Technicians manage their routes, conduct inspections and treatments, identify customer needs, and make expert recommendations while building long-term customer relationships through dependable service. The role emphasizes professionalism, accountability, consistency, and quality. The position offers year-round work, a take-home company vehicle, paid training and continuing education, and opportunities for growth and advancement. Compensation is hourly, with overtime above 40 hours; pay from day one reflects the relevant certifications held. Weekend work is voluntary, not mandatory, though weekend availability is requested for optional work. The work schedule is flexible between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. American Pest was founded in 1925 and employs more than 470 team members across the region. It is part of Anticimex and says it invests in training, continuing education, technology, and support systems. Its values are Trust, Integrity, and Quality (TIQ). The hiring process includes an application, a phone interview, a full application and interview at an office, a contingent offer, and background, drug, and reference checks before the official start date.

Requirements

Hold an active state pest control certification or license: Core + 7A, or 7D in Maryland.
Have experience providing residential and commercial pest control services.
Hold a valid driver's license for at least three years and have an acceptable driving record.
Have strong communication and customer service skills.
Demonstrate attention to detail and commitment to service quality.
Be able to safely move around customer locations, climb and descend stairs and ladders, and work in tight or hard-to-reach spaces.
Be able to safely move items and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Be able to work outdoors in regular seasonal weather conditions.
Be comfortable using computers, smartphones, and related technology.
Be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
Be legally eligible to work in the United States.
Be available for a flexible schedule between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Have weekend availability for optional work opportunities.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Provide pest management services to residential and commercial customers.
Manage an assigned service route.
Perform inspections and pest treatments.
Identify customer needs and provide expert recommendations.
Build long-term customer relationships through dependable service.
Represent American Pest with professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to quality.

Benefits

Medical PPO options through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Dental insurance through Delta Dental.
Vision insurance.
Prescription drug program.
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and childcare expenses.
Health Savings Plans with qualified plans.
401(k) savings plans, including Traditional and Roth options.
Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability, with options to buy additional coverage.
Optional long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Stable, year-round employment.
Paid training and continuing education support.
Take-home company vehicle.
Paid time off.
Eight paid holidays.
Opportunities for growth and advancement.
Hourly compensation with overtime above 40 hours.