Pest Technician
BAM’S Landscaping & Lawn Care is looking for a motivated Pest Technician to join our growing team!
This is a varied, hands-on pest-control position covering mosquito, tick, and general nuisance-pest services around residential properties. No two days are necessarily the same—you may spend part of the day performing mosquito and tick treatments, then transition to inspecting and treating homes for other common nuisance pests.
If you enjoy working outdoors, solving pest problems, interacting with customers, and seeing the results of your work, this could be a great opportunity to grow with BAMS.
What You’ll Do
Perform mosquito and tick control treatments around residential properties
Perform general pest-control applications for common nuisance pests in and around homes
Inspect properties to identify pest activity, conducive conditions, and potential entry points
Diagnose pest problems and determine appropriate treatment methods
Apply pesticides safely and according to label requirements
Perform exterior perimeter and targeted pest treatments
Treat common nuisance pests such as ants, spiders, wasps, stinging insects, and other pests within the scope of your certification
Educate customers about pest activity, prevention, and recommended corrective measures
Perform follow-up service and monitor previously treated areas
Properly calibrate and maintain sprayers and other application equipment
Maintain accurate pesticide application and service records
Use a smartphone and company technology to document services and communicate with the office
Participate in continuing education and product/service training
Maintain clean, organized, and properly functioning equipment
Perform other related pest-control and outdoor service duties as needed
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a problem-solver and DOER who wants to build a career in the pest-control industry and take pride in solving customers’ pest problems.
The ideal candidate:
Has experience in pest control, landscaping, lawn care, horticulture, or a related outdoor service industry
Has practical knowledge of common household and nuisance pests or is willing to learn
Takes pride in quality workmanship and attention to detail
Has excellent communication and customer-service skills
Is dependable, self-motivated, and able to work independently
Works well as part of a team
Is comfortable using a smartphone and basic technology
Has a valid driver’s license
Can perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying weather conditions
Is comfortable working around homes, landscaping, crawlspaces, garages, and other residential environments
Must be able to pass a drug test
Licensing & Certifications
Maryland pesticide certification is preferred but not required. We can train the right candidate.
Preference will be given to applicants who already hold:
Maryland Department of Agriculture Category 7A – General Pest Control
Maryland Department of Agriculture Category 8 – Public Health
Other relevant Maryland pesticide certifications (7c a plus)
Qualified employees may be able to work under BAMS’ Business Applicator License while completing the training and certification process necessary to obtain their own credentials.
BAMS will provide training and continuing education to help the right employee expand their knowledge and certifications.
A Variety of Pest-Control Work
This position is designed to provide variety throughout the season .
Depending on the time of year and customer needs, your work may include:
Spring & Summer
Mosquito control
Tick control
Ants
Spiders
Wasps and other nuisance/stinging pests
Exterior perimeter treatments
Residential pest inspections
Fall & Winter
Interior general pest services
Seasonal nuisance-pest problems
Preventative exterior treatments when appropriate
Pest inspections and follow-up services
Preparation for the following mosquito and tick season
You’ll have the opportunity to develop skills across multiple areas of pest management rather…