Pest Control Technician- Washington, DC, Montgomery, PG and Anne Arundel Counties

Description:

Do you live in Washington, DC, Montgomery, PG and Anne Arundel Counties?

Enjoy customer service?

Like interacting with different people?

Looking for something different each day?


My Pest Pros
is a family-owned, local service company looking for passionate, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to join our team. We are seeking people who live in Washington, DC, Montgomery, PG, and Anne Arundel Counties; can provide excellent customer service; think on their feet; and help build strong client relationships. You will service residential and commercial clients, assess issues, problem-solve, make recommendations, provide preventative treatments, and solve existing pest problems.

  • Salary: $22-28/hour. Compensation is based on prior experience and includes the opportunity to earn commissions and bonuses.
  • Location: Washington, DC, Montgomery, PG and Anne Arundel Counties
  • Pest control experience is not required; we will provide paid training
  • Benefits: 100% company-paid health insurance, dental, vision, short & long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match, paid holidays, PTO, sick leave, and an allowance towards a gym membership.
  • Technicians take their work vehicles home and go directly to their stops each day.

We believe in our core values: “I-CARE.” - Integrity, Communication, Accountability, Respect & Empathy

Requirements:
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver’s license for at least 5 years with a clean driving record
  • Has a personal vehicle to use during training
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including a Saturday rotation
  • Be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform duties in various environmental conditions
  • Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
  • Certification or licensure as required by state or local regulations (or willingness to obtain)
  • The ability to read, speak, and comprehend English
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

You should apply if:

  • You live in Washington, DC, Montgomery, PG, or Anne Arundel Counties
  • You ask great questions and can explain hard things in a clear, simple way
  • You enjoy helping people and solving problems
  • You have a mechanical mindset and enjoy hands-on work
  • Your peers describe you as methodical, reliable, and trustworthy
  • You thrive in a performance-based environment where your hard work is financially rewarded—maybe you’ve bartended, worked in sales, or want to grow in a role with unlimited earning potential.
  • You enjoy driving. Your company vehicle is your mobile office
  • You are weather resistant (you like the outdoors)

Relevant experience in similar jobs such as HVAC, construction, route work, dispatch, or landscaping is a plus!

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