Pest Control Technician

Terminix • Largo, MD

12d • $18 - $20

About The Position

The Pest Control Technician performs pest management services for residential customers. The role involves inspecting properties to identify pests and signs of infestation, determining suitable treatment approaches, applying pesticides, baits, and traps, and advising customers on preventative measures. Technicians communicate with clients, support customer relationships and sales, maintain equipment, follow applicable safety and regulatory requirements, and operate a company-provided service vehicle.

The work includes indoor and outdoor assignments in the local climate and may involve confined spaces, animals and insects, mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, heights, scaffolding, fumes, dust, and chemicals. The company provides training on working safely in these conditions and supplies weather gear. The role requires frequent movement, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and use of personal protective equipment such as an OSHA-compliant respirator.

Requirements

• Be clean-shaven so respirators 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.
• Obtain licenses or certificates required by applicable regulations; the company covers these requirements.
• Available 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, including the ability to follow product-label mixing instructions.

Nice To Haves

• Customer-facing experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect customer properties for pest infestations, damage, and entry points.
• Apply approved pest-control products, including chemicals, baits, and traps, in accordance with safety standards.
• Educate customers about pest prevention and ways to reduce the risk of future infestations.
• Build customer relationships, schedule and confirm appointments, assist with sales to current customers, and expand products to new customers.
• Maintain pest-control equipment and ensure it is stocked and in good working condition.
• Comply with local, state, and federal regulations concerning pest-control products and safety protocols.
• Drive and safely operate a company-provided service vehicle.

Benefits

• Health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, with enrollment immediately upon hire and benefits starting on day one for full-time colleagues.
• 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 and promotion from within.
• Competitive pay; some roles offer performance incentives.

What This Job Offers

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