Trainee Pest Control Technician

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Trainee Pest Control Technician (London and the South East area - but you will be expected to cover other London postcodes as and when required)

Due to continued growth, we are looking for a Trainee Pest Control Technician to join our successful team based in and around the London area.

No experience is necessary as full training will be provided, and you will gain a recognised industry qualification. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we'll provide the support you need to do just that. You will be joining a well-established, friendly company where you will get noticed.

Overview:

After training and qualifying as a pest control technician your job will be to get rid of pest infestations. You would identify, control and get rid of pests like rats or mice, and insects like wasps, ants or cockroaches. You may also deal with foxes and birds etc.

You'll need excellent communication and customer service skills.

Being physically fit will help you to work in areas where pests may be found like cramped spaces or at heights.

Area of Work:

Mainly covering London postcodes and other areas as and when required

Work Activities (Monday to Friday):

You might treat infestations anywhere from people's homes to restaurants, offices, factories etc. Your work would include:

investigating and identifying pests
collecting dead animals and other samples for disposal
finding out how the pests are getting in and choosing the most suitable way of controlling the pest
laying poison and traps or using weapons such as rifles to control birds and animals
minor proofing works and advising people how to prevent further infestations
completing reports and keeping records using mobile apps
advising on additional services and products where appropriate

Training and development

You will receive induction, supervision, and full training. Your training may include courses and qualifications from the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH), British Pest Control Association (BPCA), and product suppliers.

One of the main qualifications you can work towards is the RSPH/BPCA Level 2 Award in Pest
Management. This is an industry-recognised course.

You will engage in an ongoing training programme for continuing professional development
(CPD) and will register with the BPCA after you have passed your probation period.

Skills, interests, and qualities:

As a pest control technician, you will need:

Excellent spoken and written English communication, and customer service skills
Good 'hands on' practical skills for handling tools and equipment
Be capable of operating basic digital devices e.g., mobile phones, tablets etc
The ability to cope with unpleasant sights and smells
Good health, Physical fitness, and good eyesight
Confidence with basic maths, for measuring and calculating doses of pesticides
Awareness of health and safety and the environment
Have a full and valid UK drivers licence

Pay and Benefits

Starting Salary: £26,000.00 / year
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Benefit for staff and immediate family members
Company Pension Plan
Sales Commission opportunities
Performance Bonus opportunities
Overtime opportunities
Fully Equipped company vehicle
Company mobile phone
On-going training programmeContact David @ PPM Recruitment on (phone number removed)
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Location:
Croydon
Salary:
£25,000 - £26,000 /annum van + pension + fuel card
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction

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