Pest Control technicians have very rewarding jobs, being able to help out the local community. Not many people think about Pest Management as a career, but it’s one that has an almost constant demand and pays decent too! In this article, we’re going to discuss how to become a Pest Control Technician here in Queensland. It does vary slightly state to state, so be sure to check out information relevant to you if you’re from anywhere else in Australia. Continue reading to learn more!
Pest Control Technician Job Description
So, what do Pest Control Technicians really do? Overall, they’re responsible for inspecting, identifying and finding solutions to pest problems in residential and commercial dwellings. Day to day duties tend to vary, especially if you opt to own your own business – but more on that later. For the most part, a Pest Control Technician will be inspecting homes and workplaces, making informed decisions on chemical use, and educating tenants and owners on pest prevention. You may also spend some time driving between jobs, so often a driver’s license is mandatory, or at least very advantageous.
Pest Control Technician Education Requirements & Licensing
If you are hired as a trainee, often the company you work for can provide your training on the job. If you’d just like to get into the industry, it can help to do an Australian Pest Control Association course such as the Certificate III in Pest Control, or a Certificate III in Urban Pest Management through a registered training provider. However, you do not have to be employed as a trainee to undertake these courses. If you’d like to handle pesticides or conduct fumigation, you’ll need training for those tasks too. After you’ve obtained the relevant training, you can apply for your Pest Management License. These licenses are a must-have before you can legally perform pest control services in residential or commercial settings.
What Next?
Once you’ve got your license, what’s next? Well, we’ve made this into a ‘Choose Your Adventure’ type article. So if you already have a job as a trainee, or would prefer to work for someone else, read option A below. If you’re here because you’d like to start a pest control business, read option B below.
A. Getting A Job As A Pest Control Technician
If you already have a job as a trainee, it’s obviously worth seeing if your current employer has a licensed pest control technician job for you. If not, it’s time to get to work looking for a job. There is no real rhyme or reason to how to find a job, no secret hide-outs – we’d recommend all of the usual websites like Seek.com and just to put yourself out there to local businesses. If you’d like to make yourself more attractive to potential employers, it might help to deck out your ute with a Modular Toolbox and negotiate the use of your own vehicle. Or, you pitch some new Pest Management Accessories to your boss to see if you can make work faster, or more effective!
B. Starting a Pest Control Business
If you’d like to start your own pest control business, you’re in for a long but rewarding road. As the business owner, you’ll need to wear a number of hats to get started. You’ll be a Pest Control Technician, whilst also doing administrative tasks, marketing, human resources (should you hire any employees), accounting and more. It’s a lot, but thankfully, one thing you won’t have to worry about is your equipment. Here at Austates Pest Equipment, we’ve helped a number of new businesses get off the ground and started with everything from work ute fittings to spray units. If you’re not sure where to start, our friendly staff are here to help.
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Whether you’re a new Pest Control Technician looking for how to kickstart your career, or interested in the industry and keen to learn more about becoming a pest control technician, we hope this article offered the vital insight that you needed to get started. Be sure to check out our shop or contact us if you have any questions.