This position is demanding, involving hands-on service and sales in challenging environments—we'll train you in-house, no prior experience needed. But let's be real: you'll be crawling through dirty, cramped crawlspaces filled with bugs, dust, and who knows what else. You'll work outside in all weather—pouring rain, freezing snow, or scorching hot days that leave you drenched in sweat. This isn't a desk job; it's physically tough and often uncomfortable. Ideal candidates thrive on challenges, embrace discomfort as a path to growth, and are eager to push their limits. You'll need to build rapport with clients, work independently or in teams, make smart decisions under pressure, and stay motivated even when the going gets rough. A key part of the role is sales: you must actively offer service add-ons, upsell additional treatments, and even do door-to-door (D2D) prospecting to grow the business. Expect long hours—this isn't a 9-to-5 with great work-life balance; it requires serious dedication, self-motivation, and a commitment to constant improvement. If you're the type who wants to level up personally and professionally while facing real-world grit, this could be for you.
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
- Must have a valid Driver's License
- Must be 21+ years old
- Must pass pre-employment drug screening
- Must have a clean criminal background
- Must have a clean driving record
- Comfortable (and willing) to work outside in extreme weather: rain, snow, heat; under houses in dirty, tight crawlspaces; and around homes in all conditions
- Must be able to lift/carry 40 lbs repeatedly, often in awkward positions
- Must be responsible, dedicated, and thrive on long hours—dedication means committing to the grind without expecting perfect work-life balance
- Eager to handle sales: offering add-ons, upselling services, and performing door-to-door prospecting is a must
- Willing to embrace challenges, discomfort, and continuous self-improvement
- Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- GED or High school diploma preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to lift/carry 40 lbs
- Capable of working in physically demanding, uncomfortable environments for extended periods
LOCATION
Go-Forth Pest Control offers services throughout regions of North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. The main office is located in Hickory, NC . Reasonable commute or planning to relocate before starting work is required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you at least 21 years of age?
- 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.
- Are there any gaps in your employment history longer than 3 months in the past 10 years? If yes, please explain the gaps.
- 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)
- Please provide your email address:
- Have you worked for Go-Forth in the past?
- A criminal history does not automatically disqualify you from employment. Responses will be evaluated in connection with the specific requirements of the position applied for.
Are you currently subject to any pending criminal charges, active protective orders, or court-ordered supervision (including probation, parole, or work release programs) that would affect your availability to work or your ability to perform the duties of this position, including any required scheduling commitments? (yes or no)
- 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)
Work Location: In person
