Pest Control Technician - Burton-on Trent
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Position Overview & Specifications
Do you want to start a career in pest management or progress your career with a fast-growing and forward-thinking pest management company?
Vergo Pest Management Ltd is the largest independent national pest service provider in the UK today. Through continued growth, we have a fantastic opportunity for a customer facing Pest Control Technician to join our team, working around the Burton-on-Trent and Swadlincote area. Whether you are experienced in the industry, looking for a change or to start your career, we want to hear from you.
Our comprehensive range of pest management services includes rodent control, bird management, insect control and wildlife management.
Youll be at the sharp end of our service for commercial, residential and government properties where you'll be visiting our customers across your area to make inspections and carry out treatments, as well as promoting additional work if the opportunity arises.
Our salary package is up to £27,600 based on qualifications and experience. In addition all of our technicians have the opportunity to increase their take home pay by up to 6K through leads, commission, bonus schemes and incentives.
Experience within this field would be preferred however we provide an excellent training programme for inexperienced candidates and are always looking to bring on individuals who show initiative and have the right attitude and work ethic. A Trainee starting salary is £22,700 increasing to £24,400 once qualified.
Minimum criteria
- Full Clean UK Drivers Licence
- Good communication skills written and verbal
- Live within a 40 mile radius of the area advertised
- The ability to work effectively and independently with minimal supervision.
- To be methodical and systematic in your approach to work.
- Be comfortable using mobile phone apps
- Have excellent attention to detail
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Referral programme
- Wellness programmes
- Company Vehicle, uniform and fuel card
- Healthcare cash plan
- Life Assurance
- Industry leading training
- Your birthday off each year, after one year of service
- Holiday entitlement increase after 2 and 5 years of service
If you think youd enjoy the challenge and variety Vergo has to offer, please get in touch by sending your CV and covering Letter.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Private Households
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Pest Control Technician - Burton-on Trent roles across Vergo's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Private Households.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £22,700 - £27,600 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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