Juan Noe Romero appeared before the Structural Pest Control Board on Oct. 1 seeking reinstatement of his operator license (No. 12462, Branch 3), which was revoked by default effective Nov. 2, 2016. Administrative Law Judge Christopher Dietrich presided; Deputy Attorney General Stephanie Lee presented the case background. Romero acknowledged he leased his license to a company called Rose Termite in late 2014, said he resigned after learning of misconduct, and accepted responsibility for inadequate supervision that led to the accusation in case no. 2016-14. Romero described training and supervisory work since the revocation and asked the board to reinstate his operator credential so he can mentor new technicians and advance in his career.

Lee told the board the underlying accusation involved three Rose Termite projects; Romero was the operator on the West Alexander Avenue job. DPR field inspection determined work had not been completed despite payment; the homeowner paid additional sums to finish repairs. Lee said the board’s cost recovery totaled $4,060 and that a balance of $2,512.12 remained due after partial payments; she also identified $1,175 in restitution owed to the homeowner on the West Alexander Avenue project. Romero said he would accept assessments, requested a payment plan if necessary, and agreed to probationary terms if the board conditioned reinstatement on probation. Board members questioned Romero about his employment (branch manager at Dewey Pest Control for about three years), continuing education, and steps taken to ensure the earlier conduct will not recur. Romero emphasized supervision, recordkeeping improvements and ongoing training.

No decision was announced at the hearing. The parties each had the opportunity to present evidence and the matter was submitted; the board will deliberate in closed session and issue a written decision by mail.