Pest Control Technician – Trainee

Flick Anticimex; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Tools of the trade provided

Uniforms & PPE

Job summary

Flick Pest Control in Melbourne is offering a Trainee Pest Control Technician position designed to start a long-term career in pest management. You’ll learn on the job with full training and licensing support, and you’ll work across residential and preconstruction sectors under the guidance of experienced technicians.

You’ll deliver high-quality service, develop practical skills, and build strong customer relationships while representing Flick with professionalism and commitment to safety and

Qualifications

• Trainee role with no experience required; training and licence included.
• Must have a positive attitude and reliable work ethic.
• Good communication and customer service skills are essential.
• Current valid driver’s licence; White Card preferred or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and apply treatments for pest issues.
• Identify pests and provide practical, informed solutions.
• Build lasting relationships with customers and represent Flick brand professionally.
• Support training and licensing progression during the traineeship.

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Good communication

Customer service skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

White Card

Job description

Full-time | Tool-of-Trade Vehicle | Paid Overtime | Commission | No-Cost Training

Build a long-term career with Australia’s most trusted pest control brand.

Flick Pest Control is one of Australia’s leading pest management companies, backed by over 100 years of industry expertise. Due to continued growth in Craigieburn, we’re seeking motivated Trainee Technicians to join our high-performing team.

This is more than a job — it’s a career pathway in a vital and growing industry, supported by strong earning potential, comprehensive training, and real opportunities for progression.

Salary & Earnings

Trainee Pest Control Technicians

• Above award hourly rate + super
• Paid overtime
• Performance incentives as skills develop
• Earn as you learn — Flick, as a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), delivers the training needed to obtain your Pest Management Licence.

What’s in it for you?

• Fully maintained & equipped company vehicle
• All tools of the trade supplied, including phone/tablet
• Uniforms & PPE provided

Career development

• Flick is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), enabling trainees to complete the required training at no cost to obtain their Pest Management Licence.
• Ongoing technical and professional development
• Clear pathways into Senior Technician, Specialist, Trainer, Supervisor or Management roles

Supportive team culture

• Strong leadership and dedicated field support
• Well-planned and organised daily schedules
• You focus on the job — our admin team supports you

About the Role

You’ll deliver high-quality pest management services across residential & preconstruction sectors including:

• Conducting thorough inspections and carrying out effective treatments
• Identifying pest issues and providing informed, practical solutions
• Building and maintaining strong, long‑term customer relationships
• Representing the Flick brand with professionalism, integrity, and pride

Trainees are fully supported through every stage of their training and licensing.

About You

We’re open to:

• Trainee Technicians (no experience required – training and licence included)

You’ll ideally have:

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Current valid driver’s licence
• White Card (or willingness to obtain)

Why Flick?

Many of our leaders started as technicians. At Flick, you’re not just filling a role - you’re joining a business that invests in people, values safety and quality, and rewards performance.

With RTO‑delivered training for trainees, you can start your pest control career today with no barriers and a clear pathway to becoming a licensed Technician or Timber Pest Technician.