Pest Control Technician — Local, Varied Work

Dandenong Pest Control; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work vehicle

Phone

Uniform

Local work in Melbourne's southeast

Job summary

Dandenong Pest Control Pty Ltd is seeking a dedicated Pest Control Technician to join our Beaconsfield-based team. This full-time role covers residential, commercial and building-site pest management with a strong emphasis on safe, effective solutions and client service.

You will work independently within a supportive team, handling inspections, treatments and equipment maintenance, while adhering to health and safety standards. Local Melbourne southeast focus with room to grow.

Qualifications

• Current pest license or certification (or willingness to obtain one).
• Trade qualifications or formal training in pest control operations or related field.
• Proven experience working as a Pest Control Technician or in a similar hands-on technical role.
• Strong knowledge of common pests, their lifecycle, behaviour, and effective treatment methods.
• Sound understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations relevant to pest control.
• Excellent customer service skills and professional demeanour when dealing with clients.
• Physical fitness and ability to work in various environments and weather conditions.
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Valid driver's license and great driving history.
• Problem-solving ability and capacity to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Communication skills to document findings and provide clear client recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional, friendly, professional and reliable customer service that reflects the trust and DPC family values.
• Conduct thorough inspections of properties to identify pest infestations, entry points and conducive conditions.
• Apply pest control treatments using industry-approved methods and chemicals in accordance with safety regulations and environmental standards.
• Operate and maintain pest control equipment, including sprayers, traps, baiting systems and monitoring devices.
• Provide professional advice to clients regarding pest prevention, treatment options and follow-up care.
• Document all treatments, observations, and client interactions accurately and maintain detailed records in our ServiceM8 app.
• Follow strict health and safety protocols to protect yourself, clients and the environment.
• Respond to emergency pest control requests and manage time effectively across multiple appointments.
• Identify pest species and determine appropriate treatment strategies based on infestation severity.
• Educate clients on pest prevention measures and post-treatment care requirements.
• Perform regular vehicle maintenance and ensure all equipment is properly stocked and operational.

Skills

Pest control license

Trade qualifications

Field experience

Pest knowledge

Health & safety regulations

Customer service

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Pest control license

Trade qualifications in pest control

Tools

Sprayers

Traps

Baiting systems

Monitoring devices

ServiceM8 app

Job description

Dandenong Pest Control Pty Ltd is seeking a dedicated Pest Control Technician to join our Beaconsfield-based team. This full-time role covers residential, commercial and building-site pest management with a strong emphasis on safe, effective solutions and client service.

You will work independently within a supportive team, handling inspections, treatments and equipment maintenance, while adhering to health and safety standards. Local Melbourne southeast focus with room to grow.