Pest Control Technician

YOURRECRUIT LIMITED · 07364602; City Of London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run pest control company in South East London is looking for a Pest Control Technician. The role involves inspecting customer premises, implementing pest control methods, and maintaining equipment. Candidates should have RSPH Level 2 or equivalent and at least 1-2 years of experience. The company offers a salary between £28,000 to £34,000, 21 days holiday, and a company van. Apply only if eligible to work in the UK.

Benefits

21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company van with fuel card

Commission on product sales

Overtime available

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in pest control as a technician.
• Must pass a DBS check and hold a clean driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect customer’s premises for signs of pest infestation.
• Determine the extent of the infestation and how pests gain access.
• Use necessary pest control methods.
• Clean and service fly killing units on maintenance contracts.
• Carry out proper treatments for pests according to job cards.

Skills

Self-motivated

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

RSPH Level 2 or BPCA Part 2 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a family run business, who have been established for over 15 years and have an impressive list of commercial clients, including football clubs, high end restaurants, hotel groups, and the education sector to name a few industries they work within. Due to business growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Pest Control Technician to join their team.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £28,000 to £34,000 for experienced Pest Control Technicians
• Start Date: ASAP
• Hours: 40 hour week – flexible working between the hours of 8am and 5pm
• Benefits: 21 days holiday plus bank holidays, all equipment is provided, uniform including safety boots, company van with fuel card, commission paid on any product sales and services, overtime available as and when required

Location & Hours

Location: South East London through to Dartford

Responsibilities

• Inspect customer’s premises thoroughly for any signs of pest infestation.
• Determine the full extent of the infestation, all pest harbourages and how pests may be gaining access to the premises.
• Use the necessary type of pest control method to further prevent the issue.
• Clean, service and replace (when due) the tubes of electronic fly killing units and flying insect control systems on a maintenance contract at the site.
• Carry out the proper treatments for the pests covered for the customer, as listed on the treatment of job card, and comply with any communications with the customer.

Qualifications & Experience

• RSPH Level 2 or BPCA Part 2 (or equivalent).
• The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, reliable and professional.
• Minimum of 1-2 years\' experience in pest control as a technician.
• Good communication skills (both written & verbal).
• Must be detailed oriented and be able to follow detailed instructions in applying pesticide to avoid harm to the client and self.
• Pass a DBS check and hold a clean driver’s licence

Candidate Attributes

• Flexible in working hours
• Highly motivated
• Self-disciplined and the ability to use your own initiative
• Able to work consistently to a high standard
• Good time keeping and punctuality
• Ability to work independently and within a team

Other Information

For your information: Interested? Please send your CV in as a Word format only. Please only apply if you are already eligible to work in the UK (indefinitely & without sponsorship).

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