Pest Control Technician in Staplehurst - CV-Library

Pest Control Technician

Field Based predominantly – North Kent/London with further travel as required, some office based work in Maidstone

£Competitive DOE & progression & fully expensed van, fuel card, phone & laptop & overtime & potential for bonus

ARE YOU A PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN FED UP WITH BEING JUST ‘ANOTHER NUMBER’ FOR A LARGE CORPORATE?

DO YOU WANT THE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE AN IMPACT AND BE RECOGNISED AND REWARDED FOR YOUR HARD WORK?

Exclusive opportunity to work for a small but successful, established Pest Management business based in the Maidstone area, but with a commercial and residential customer base all over the South East and further afield!

We are delighted to be representing this customer-centric organisation, who cultivate a flexible and friendly culture, with the opportunity for a fully qualified Pest Control Technician to work autonomously and increase earning potential through a generous bonus scheme and regular overtime.

As a Pest Control Technician for this family run business, you will be:

Travelling to a range of customer sites both commercial and residential dwellings, including within the healthcare and education sectors, so you will be communicating with vulnerable people day to day

Conducting thorough inspections of residential and commercial properties to identify pest infestations or potential risks to establish the type of pests involved and the extent of the infestation, including but not limited to rodents and insects

Using your knowledge and experience to humanely apply pest control methods in order to eliminate or control infestations, complying with safety regulations and guidelines

Maintaining detailed digital records of all activities, including the type and amount of pesticides used, treatment plans, and any follow-up recommendations

Using your interpersonal skills to deliver exceptional customer service at all times, to all stakeholders, acting as a brand ambassador for the business and demonstrating a high level of professionalism and integrity

Maintaining all pest control equipment through regular cleaning of equipment, handling and storing chemicals safely

Offering support and guidance to customers over the phone from the office in Maidstone during quieter periods

To be considered for this Pest Control role, you will:

Hold a BCPA/RSPH qualification in Pest Management to Level 2 as a minimum (or equivalent)

Have some working experience as a Pest Control Technician

Be physically fit and able to meet the demands of the role

Either hold a DBS check on the update service, or be able to apply for one

Have good interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with a range of people

Be tech savvy with the ability to document works digitally with a good attention to detail

Have an understanding of how to conduct yourself in a professional capacity, and deal with vulnerable people

Have high standards personally, with a strong work ethic

Not be a job hopper

Be happy to work at height and in confined spaces if necessary

Ideally live in North Kent, London, or Essex, but be happy to travel regularly, including some overnight stays

Hold a full UK driving licence, ideally with less than 6 points

This is rare and exclusive opportunity to work for a small business who genuinely value their workforce.

The current Pest Control team consists of 3 Technicians who have each been working for this company for between 4 and 16 years demonstrating what a great place it is to work!

You will be rewarded with a competitive salary dependent on your experience and qualifications, as well as additional bonuses for any new business you are able to bring on/with you, regular overtime as well as the opportunity to undertake further funded study once established, a fully expensed van, all the necessary tools and expenses to carry out your role safely, and travel paid anything over a 1 hour commute as standard.

This role is being handled by Emily Powell, Manufacturing, Engineering & Technical Specialist at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment

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