Your mission is simple: protect the homes and families that trust us. As a Termite Technician, you are the front line of defense against one of the most destructive—and often invisible—threats a home can face. Termites don't clock out, and neither does the damage they cause, which means this role demands someone who takes that responsibility seriously.
This is real, physical work. You'll be drilling through concrete slabs, trenching around foundations, and crawling through tight crawlspaces and attics for hours at a time—hot, dusty, and cramped conditions that aren't for everyone. You'll install and maintain bait stations, conduct detailed inspections and reinspections, and perform full liquid termiticide treatments, all while following strict safety protocols. If you're not comfortable getting your hands dirty or maneuvering in confined spaces in full protective gear, this isn't the role for you. If you thrive in it—this is exactly where you belong.
Beyond the technical work, you're also a trusted advisor to the homeowners who let you into their space. Strong problem-solving, excellent follow-through, and genuine customer service aren't just nice to have here—they're part of what makes you a true Home Guardian. You'll need to communicate clearly, earn trust quickly, and leave every home better protected than you found it.
This isn't a comfortable job—it's a meaningful one. We got you – Go-Forth: Your home's guardian.
First and foremost, your core values should align with ours:
- Give A Crap - Delight others by owning your role and saying yes. Take pride in how you appear & act & every other detail of the job. Be on time, attentive, & enthusiastic. Act as if the buck stops with you on every aspect of the job.
- Dig With a Flashlight - Lead with Curiosity. Don’t guess. Look. Don’t assume. Test. Stay curious enough to change your mind. Understand the cause of the fire before you grab the hose.
- Fight For Simplicity - Keep it simple & consistent. Focus on how things should be done every time.
- Face It, Fix It - Confront challenges directly and address issues head-on. A bias for action and powerful conversations drive our progress. It’s about getting it right rather than being right.
- GROW! Fast. - Two things are guaranteed: things will change. And they’ll change quickly. So we grow fast. As people. As a team. As a business. Learn quickly. Adapt quickly. Improve constantly. We happen TO the world.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
- Operate a company vehicle to travel between customer locations daily, adhering to all traffic laws, Go-Forth vehicle use policies, and applicable state regulations.
- Complete daily scheduled stops for customers, including inspections, treatments, and follow-ups.
- Properly greet customers, listen to their concerns, and explain findings and treatment plans clearly.
- Follow the Go-Forth Training Manual with 100% accuracy, adhering to federal, state, and local regulations for pesticide application and safety.
- Conduct detailed inspections of residential and commercial properties to identify signs of termite activity, damage, behaviors, and entry points.
- Install, monitor, and maintain termite bait stations around structures.
- Perform termite re-inspections to assess treatment effectiveness and prevent re-infestations.
- Execute full liquid termite treatments, including trenching around foundations with hand tools, drilling into concrete with hammer drills, and injecting termiticides into soil and structures.
- Identify and address wood-destroying organisms, performing minor structural repairs such as insulation removal and replacement if needed.
- Use and maintain safety equipment, including respirators, gloves, goggles, and protective suits, while handling EPA-approved products.
- Conduct inventory checks of all equipment and chemicals daily.
- Organize equipment and maintain vehicle cleanliness.
- Track maintenance of equipment and schedule repairs for broken items.
OTHER DUTIES:
- Additional responsibilities as assigned.
REQUIRED:
- Lives all company values
- 1-2 years of customer service experience preferred
- 1-2 years of physical outdoor labor experience preferred
- Clean driving record
- Detail Oriented: capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task completed
- Strong time management skills
- Valid driver's license required.
- Must maintain a driving record that meets Go-Forth's motor vehicle record (MVR) standards throughout employment.
- Must be 21 years of age or older to operate a company vehicle, in accordance with company insurance requirements.
PREFERRED:
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- No prior pest control experience required—full in-house training provided.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Safely use a ladder within the manufacturer's weight capacity
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Safely access crawl spaces, attics, confined spaces, rooftops, etc.
- Ability to work in all types of weather conditions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Work is performed primarily outdoors and in residential or commercial properties, including interiors, attics, crawl spaces, rooftops, and mechanical rooms.
- Regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions including extreme heat, cold, rain, humidity, and high winds; work continues in most weather conditions.
- May be exposed to pesticides, chemicals, fumes, dust, and biological matter; appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required and provided.
- Required to wear PPE including respirators, gloves, safety glasses or goggles, protective suits, and steel-toed footwear as conditions dictate.
- May be exposed to insects, rodents, wildlife, and other pests in the normal course of work.
- Work in mechanically and structurally varied environments, including tight crawl spaces, hot attics, and elevated areas that may require use of fall protection.
- Noise levels may require hearing protection in certain settings.
- This is physically demanding work involving repetitive motion, sustained exertion, and variable environmental conditions; physical endurance and fitness are essential to safe and effective job performance.
LOCATION:
Go-Forth Pest Control offers services throughout regions of North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, Georgia, and Texas. The main office is located in Hickory, NC. Reasonable commute or planning to relocate before starting work is required.
We got you – Go-Forth: Your home's guardian.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Fuel card
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
- Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment?
- This position requires operating a company vehicle. Our vehicle insurance policy requires drivers to be at least 21 years of age. Do you meet this requirement?
- Are you currently employed? If currently employed, please provide your current job title, employer name, and dates of employment.
- Do you have any previous experience in pest control? If yes, please briefly describe your pest control experience, including any companies worked for, duration (e.g., months/years), types of pests treated, and key responsibilities (e.g., inspections, treatments, customer education).
- Do you hold any pest control certifications or licenses (e.g., state applicator license)? If yes, please list them and the issuing state.
- Have you ever been discharged, asked to resign, or left a position under unfavorable circumstances? If yes, please explain.
- Do you understand and agree that if you are hired, you are required to promptly notify Go-Forth Galaxy of any arrest, criminal charge, conviction, or court-ordered obligation that occurs during your employment that could affect your availability, your ability to perform your job duties, or that involves a felony or crime of moral turpitude? (yes or no)
- What is your email address:
- Have you worked for Go-Forth in the past?
- I certify that the information provided in this application, including my employment history, is true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any misrepresentation, omission, or falsification of information may result in disqualification from consideration for employment or, if hired, immediate termination of employment regardless of when discovered. I authorize the company to verify all information provided, including contacting previous employers. (Type your full name)
Work Location: In person
