Pest Control and Fumigation Technician

About the role

The Pest Control and Fumigation Technician will inspect residential and commercial properties, identify pest activity, and apply safe, effective treatments. This role combines field work with client education to prevent future infestations.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections of residential and commercial properties to locate pest activity and entry points.
• Determine effective and safe treatment plans for each infestation.
• Prepare, handle, and apply pesticides, baits, and fumigation gases in compliance with label instructions and safety regulations.
• Set up and seal structures for large‑scale fumigation when required.
• Seal entry points, install traps, and implement mechanical exclusion methods.
• Maintain detailed digital logs of chemical usage, inspection findings, and treatments applied.
• Educate clients on sanitation practices and preventative measures.
• Maintain, clean, and safely store all application equipment and protective gear.

Required profile

• Valid state or national Pest Control Applicator licence (or ability to obtain one).
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in pest control, fumigation, or agricultural chemical application.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Physical stamina to work in tight spaces, climb ladders and lift up to 25 kg.
• Valid driver’s licence with a clean record for operating service vehicles.
• Strong understanding of chemical safety, PPE requirements and hazardous waste disposal protocols.

Required skills

• Pest control pesticide application
• Fumigation techniques
• Chemical safety management
• Hazardous waste disposal
• Use of pest‑control equipment and protective gear