Lawn Care Technician/ Pest Control Applicator

Compensation & Benefits

• $54,000/year (weekly pay)
  


• Health, dental, and vision insurance


• 401(k) with company match


• Paid time off and paid holidays


• Consistent Monday–Friday schedule

Unison is the residential services division of Southern Outdoor Restoration. We provide exterior home services across partner communities in the Raleigh area. Visit us at www.unison-cs.com or www.southernor.com to learn more!

This position performs exterior pest control treatments and turf chemical applications for residential properties.

Company headquarters: 3217 Northside Drive, Raleigh, NC

Operations warehouse: 1240 Kirkland Road, Raleigh, NC

Learn more at: Unison-CS.com and SouthernOR.com

Position Summary

This role performs exterior pesticide and lawn treatment applications on residential properties. Services include mosquito treatments, exterior perimeter pest control, and turf applications such as fertilizer and weed control.

This role does not perform interior pest control, termite work, or landscaping services.

Technicians operate independently in the field and must maintain strong safety, documentation, and customer communication standards.

Required License or work toward license

Applicants must hold an active North Carolina Commercial Pesticide Applicator License or be willing to obtain a license while working under a licensed applicator. Relevant license categories include:

• Ornamental & Turf (L)


• Public Health (M)


• Household Pests (P)

Applicants holding all categories are preferred (or those who are willing and able to become licensed in the additional categories)

Core Responsibilities

Service Execution

• Perform mosquito treatments and exterior perimeter pest control applications


• Apply turf treatments including fertilizer, herbicide, and pest control products


• Follow pesticide label requirements and safety procedures


• Document service visits using company software with photos and notes

Equipment & Operations

• Maintain clean and organized service vehicles


• Conduct routine equipment inspections and troubleshooting


• Maintain proper chemical handling and storage practices

Customer Interaction

• Communicate professionally with homeowners when necessary


• Provide clear explanations of services performed when requested


• Represent Unison professionally in residential communities

Compliance & Safety

• Follow all pesticide label instructions and regulatory requirements


• Maintain accurate service and application records


• Follow company safety policies and procedures

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record


• Active North Carolina Commercial Pesticide Applicator License or willingness to get certified while working under a licensed applicator 


• Ability to work outdoors in typical weather conditions


• Ability to lift and maneuver equipment up to 75 lbs


• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment


• Ability to follow written and verbal safety instructions in English


• Professional communication and reliability

Preferred Experience

• Residential pest control


• Lawn treatment or turf management


• Route-based service work

Work Schedule

Monday–Friday
Start time: 7:30 AM

Career Development

Technicians may expand skills across additional service lines as the division grows. Advancement opportunities are based on reliability, safety performance, and leadership capability.

SOR is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; we cannot sponsor visas. SOR uses E-Verify. Demographic information may be requested for EEO reporting; providing it is voluntary.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes or recruiter outreach. Apply directly.