Pest Control Technician

The Contractor Consultants; Catlett (VA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Company vehicle privileges

Safety equipment provisions

Paid apprenticeship training

Job summary

The Contractor Consultants are seeking a dedicated Pest Control Technician in Catlett, Virginia. This entry-level role focuses on safeguarding properties from pests while providing hands-on technical skills in eco-friendly management.

Responsibilities include inspecting structures, applying treatments, and documenting findings. The position offers competitive hourly wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for technical development and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Willingness to absorb intensive hands-on technical instruction.
• Comfort working in outdoor weather elements and confined spaces.
• Strong verbal communication abilities for client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Inspect structural perimeters to locate pest entries.
• Apply barrier treatments according to safety regulations.
• Deploy mechanical baits and humane rodent exclusion solutions.
• Counsel homeowners on environmental adjustments.
• Document findings and applications using digital software.
• Maintain vehicle organization and equipment calibration.

Skills

Verbal communication

Punctuality

Reliability

Technical instruction absorption

Education

Associate degree in life sciences or agriculture

Tools

Zoho

Slack

Job description

Overview

Pest Control Technician – Deliver Eco-Friendly Structural Protection for Pest Proof Pest Management

• Location: Catlett, Virginia
• Company: Pest Proof Pest Management
• Salary/Pay Rate: $18 to $25 per hour
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required

The Opportunity

You will serve as a dedicated field defender, safeguarding residential and commercial properties from invasive structural threats. This entry-level role empowers you to master specialized safety protocols while directly interacting with community homeowners. You will have the unique opportunity to build lasting technical skills in an environmental management career that promotes heavily from within.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Inspect structural perimeters carefully to locate active pest entries and wildlife nesting zones.
• Apply targeted barrier treatments precisely in accordance with strict safety regulations and service labels.
• Deploy strategic mechanical baits and humane rodent exclusion solutions across diverse properties.
• Counsel concerned homeowners patiently regarding foundational environmental adjustments and preventative habits.
• Document all technical findings and product applications thoroughly using integrated digital software.
• Maintain professional vehicle organization and equipment calibration routines every single day.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Genuine willingness to absorb intensive hands-on technical instruction and safety mentorship.
• Proven history of punctuality, reliable daily attendance, and strong personal work ethics.
• Comfort working productively in varied outdoor weather elements and confined architectural spaces.
• Strong verbal communication abilities tailored for polite, clear client interaction.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• 1 year of field experience within environmental services, landscaping, or specialty trades.
• Associate degree or equivalent college coursework in life sciences or agriculture.
• Familiarity navigating field routing applications or mobile service platforms like Zoho and Slack.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly wages tracking directly with your technical development.
• Comprehensive paid time off program covering vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Dedicated company vehicle privileges including a corporate fuel card for route travel.
• Regular weekly pay cycles paired with continuous safety equipment provisions.
• Extensive paid apprenticeship training featuring direct guidance from senior staff.

About Us

Pest Proof Pest Management is a premier specialty restoration and property preservation provider built on a culture of sustainable growth. We cultivate a supportive, small-business team dynamic where ownership directly recognizes individual field contributions. Our professionals thrive on delivering permanent, eco-conscious prevention strategies that outperform old-fashioned chemical quick fixes.

Pest Proof Pest Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.