Pest Control Technician

Ehrlich Pest Control • Largo, MD

10d

About The Position

The Pest Control Technician performs pest management services for residential customers. The role involves inspecting properties, identifying pests and infestation conditions, applying appropriate treatments such as pesticides, baits, and traps, and advising customers on prevention. Technicians also maintain customer relationships, support sales, maintain equipment, follow applicable safety and regulatory requirements, and operate a company-provided service vehicle.

Requirements

• Maintain a clean-shaven face so a respirator can seal properly.
• High school diploma or GED, related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license from the state of residence.
• Licenses or certificates required by applicable federal, state, or local regulations; the company covers these requirements.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday and weekends as needed.
• Willingness to learn and become knowledgeable in all areas of pest control.
• Solid reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Basic math skills sufficient to follow product-label mixing instructions.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and around animals, insects, termites, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in the local climate and perform regular movement including sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and using stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, and poles.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including an OSHA-compliant respirator.

Nice To Haves

• Customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect client properties for signs of pest infestations, damage, and entry points.
• Apply approved pest control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, while following safety standards.
• Educate customers about pest prevention and advise them on reducing the risk of future infestations.
• Build customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, assist with sales to existing customers, and introduce products to new customers.
• Maintain, stock, and ensure the proper working condition of pest control equipment.
• Follow local, state, and federal regulations concerning pest control products and safety protocols.
• Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle.

Benefits

• Benefits begin on day one for full-time colleagues, with no waiting period.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions.
• Vacation days and sick days.
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time colleagues.
• Training and development programs.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Performance incentives may be available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED