Area Support Technician - South Yorkshire

Vergo Pest Management Ltd.; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Area Support Technician to join their team in South Yorkshire. This role is perfect for those with experience in pest control, offering a pathway to management. You’ll engage with customers, ensuring effective pest treatments while also mentoring fellow technicians. With a focus on training and support, this opportunity allows you to develop your skills in a dynamic environment. Enjoy the challenge of a varied role that not only enhances your career but also contributes positively to customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

Life Assurance

Contributory Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Referral Programme

Long Service Awards

Qualifications

• Over 2 years of experience in pest control is essential.
• Full UK Drivers Licence is required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pest eradication and treatment services for clients.
• Provide training and support to technicians in the team.

Skills

Pest Control Experience

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Rodent Proofing

Education

BPCA Accreditation in Pest Control

Tools

Smartphone App for Record Keeping

Job description

Vergo Pest Management Ltd are currently looking to recruit for a customer facing Area Support Technician to work in the South Yorkshire area. This role offers a great opportunity for an experienced pest control technician, as a first step towards a management role in Vergo Pest Management Ltd. Experience and qualifications in the Pest Control field is essential for this role.

You’ll be at the sharp end of our service for commercial and residential properties where you'll be visiting our customers across your area to make inspections and carry out treatments, as well as promoting additional work if the opportunity arises.

Plus you will provide training and support to technicians within the team as required, helping develop their skills and knowledge while also developing your own as a future manager.

• Undertake general service work for the eradication and treatment of pests.
• Record all visits to customers via our smartphone app.
• Overseeing Training of new starters and existing technicians within the region
• Provide Technical Support on a day-to-day basis as well as supporting front line training for technicians.
• Provide support to the business in front line customer engagement.
• Maximise sales opportunities via self-sold and lead submission
• Help with the planning and implementation of the mobilisation of new large contracts.
• Support the Area Manager in maximising productivity across the region.
• Any other “ad hoc” duties as required by the needs of the business.
• Full UK Drivers Licence
• BPCA Accredited Technician in Pest Control
• Over 2 years experience within pest control
• Good communication skills written and verbal
• The ability to work effectively and independently with minimal supervision.
• To be methodical and systematic in your approach to work.
• Have excellent attention to detail
• Experience of carrying out all elements of rodent proofing work.
  

Preferred criteria

• Previous supervisory/management experience is desirable but not essential.
• Contributory Pension Scheme
  
• Company Vehicle
  
• Life Assurance
• WeCare employee assistance, including 24/7 access to GP's, get fit programmes and retailer discounts
• Employee referral programme
• Long service awards, including your birthday off on us each year, after one year of service.

If you think you’d enjoy the challenge and variety Vergo Pest Management Ltd has to offer, please get in touch by sending your CV and covering Letter.