North Carolina Licensed Pest Control Applicator

Unison is the residential services division of Southern Outdoor Restoration. We provide exterior home services across partner communities in the Raleigh area.

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

Applicants must hold an active North Carolina Commercial Pesticide Applicator License issued by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. 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)

When applying, include:

NC Pesticide License Number
License Category

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

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

Active North Carolina Commercial Pesticide Applicator License: 

Ornamental & Turf (L)

Household Pests (P)

Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record

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.