Pest Control Specialist

Groma is blending real estate and technology to unlock a new real estate asset class while making it easier for everyone - from institutional investors to the residents in our buildings - to participate in ownership. Our property technology platform uses AI to bring new efficiencies to the small unit count multifamily sector, enabling us to efficiently acquire, upgrade, and operate these 2-20 unit multifamily buildings and bring institutional performance to this massive but historically overlooked sector. Our investor technology platform makes owning these assets accessible to a broad array of investors, with bespoke vehicles available to institutional and family office investors and our flagship vehicle, the blockchain-powered GromaREIT, available to everyone, with a special focus on enabling ownership for the residents in our buildings. Visit to learn more about us. About the Role We are seeking a Certified Pest Control Specialist to inspect, treat, and prevent pest activity across our residential portfolio in greater Boston. The specialist holds a Massachusetts commercial pesticide certification, applies pesticides in occupied apartments, common areas, and building exteriors, and documents every service visit. This role works closely with maintenance technicians, the Maintenance Associate, and the property management team to correct the building conditions that allow pests to return. This position is field-based and reports to the Regional Maintenance Supervisor. Inspection and treatment Inspect occupied apartments, common areas, basements, and building exteriors for rodents, cockroaches, bed bugs, ants, flies, stinging insects, and other pests Identify species, harborage, entry points, and conducive conditions, and select the appropriate treatment Apply pesticides, baits, insect growth regulators, and dusts in accordance with product labels and Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) regulations Install, service, and monitor rodent bait stations, traps, and monitoring devices on a scheduled route Inspect and treat bed bug cases, including adjacent units as required by company protocol Treat and remove stinging insect nests, including emergency removals at entrances and walkways Integrated pest management Prioritize sanitation, exclusion, and monitoring before and alongside chemical treatment Seal entry points and complete minor exclusion work, including door sweeps, pipe penetrations, foundation gaps, and vent screening Report building conditions that require repair by other trades Conduct whole-building assessments where activity recurs at the same property Documentation and compliance Complete a service record in the work order system after every visit, including findings, products applied, EPA registration numbers, quantities, application sites, and photos Maintain pesticide application records required by MDAR Follow company protocols for triage, inspection scope, and follow-up intervals Store, transport, mix, and dispose of pesticides in compliance with label and state requirements Maintain required PPE and Safety Data Sheets for all products carried Maintain an active certification, including annual renewal and continuing education credits Resident services Interact professionally with residents, including explaining preparation requirements, re-entry times, and prevention steps Coordinate access and scheduling with the Maintenance Associate and property management team Provide guidance to technicians on pest identification and exclusion Track supply inventory and maintain tools, equipment, and supplies Schedule Schedule Monday to Friday, starting at 8:00 AM at the first property and running until 4:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch break Experience Active Massachusetts Commercial Certification issued by MDAR in Category 41, General Pest Control, in good standing At least two years of residential or multifamily pest control experience Demonstrated experience treating rodents, cockroaches, and bed bugs in occupied residential buildings Working knowledge of pesticide labels, safe handling, PPE, and spill response Fluent written and spoken English Attention to detail, ability to follow instructions, and ability to work independently Comfortable driving in Boston (company vehicle provided) Basic computer skills, including mobile work order and project management tools Physical demands include standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, crawling, working in confined spaces, and working indoors and outdoors in all weather Ability to wear a respirator and pass a fit test where a product label requires it Preferred Additional MDAR certification in Category 43, Termite and Structural Pest Control, or Category 44, Vertebrate Pest Control Experience with exclusion carpentry and sealing materials Familiarity with the Massachusetts State Sanitary Code as it applies to pest conditions in multifamily housing Rhode Island pesticide certification, or willingness to obtain it Co #J-18808-Ljbffr Groma