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American Pest
Pest Control Service Technician
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What they do
A Pest Control Technician controls problems with unwanted animals and insects in residences, commercial buildings and the areas around them. Inspects buildings, identifies pests and determines pest control treatment. Provides applications of chemical pesticides and sets traps or bait. Makes minor building repairs as needed to keep pests out.
$42,535 / year median in Virginia
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Pest Control Service Technician 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars Springfield, VA 22150 $20
- $27 an hour
- Full-time American Pest 45 reviews $20
- $27 an hour
- Full-time At American Pest, we believe great teams are built by people who value responsibility, consistency, and doing the right thing every day.
- including delivery drivers, construction workers, customer service professionals, military veterans, and skilled tradespeople.
The bottom line:
if you are dependable, hard-working, customer-focused, and looking to put down roots in a career-not just find your next job-we can train you for success in pest control. What You'll Get... We want to help our employees build not just a job, but a lasting career. At American Pest, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work/life balance.Health and Well-being:
Blue Cross Blue Shield medical PPO options Delta Dental and Vision Prescription drug program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and childcare expenses Health Savings Plans (HSA) available with qualified plansFinancial Security:
Competitive hourly compensation with overtime above 40 hours 401(k) Savings Plans (Traditional & Roth) Life insurance and short-term disability 100% company paid (with options to buy up) Long-term disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurance optionsWork/Life Balance:
Enjoy stable, year-round employment with opportunities for growth Paid training A take-home company vehicle for field positions Paid time off and eight paid holidays A peer-to-peer employee recognition program Opportunities for advancement What You'll Do... As a Pest Control Technician, you'll play an important role in protecting homes and businesses while building long-term relationships with customers. Your workday will include traveling to scheduled appointments, assessing pest concerns, and applying professional treatment plans. You'll also educate customers and recommend preventive solutions, delivering service with honesty, empathy, and consistency. Who You Are... Successful technicians at American Pest are dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to providing excellent service. You'll be at least 18 years old and bring a professional mindset to your work. You'll also have: The ability to safely move about customer locations, ascend and descend stairs and ladders, and work in tight or hard-to-reach spaces The ability to safely move items and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds The ability to work outdoors in all regular seasonal weather conditions Comfort using computers, smartphones, and related technology A valid driver's license held for at least 3 years with an acceptable driving record The ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English Strong oral and written communication skills Solid attention to detail Legal eligibility to work in the U.S. Availability to work a flexible schedule between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Availability to work some weekends High school diploma or equivalent Who We Are... Founded in 1925, American Pest has built its reputation on consistency, professionalism, and doing right by our customers and employees for nearly a century. Based in Fulton, MD, we've grown steadily over time and now employ more than 425 people across the region. Our success isn't driven by shortcuts or quick wins, but by dependable people who take pride in their work and show up every day committed to doing things the right way. American Pest is part of Anticimex, a global pest control organization focused on modern, responsible pest management. Together, we value long-term thinking, ethical practices, and continuous improvement. Our culture emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and reliability- and we invest in people who want to build a lasting career with a company that plans to be here for the long haul.