Pest control technician, Kaihangarau patu kīrearea
Also known as
- Trapper, hunter-trapper, pest controller, pest control officer, pest control specialist, exterminator, fumigator
Pest control technicians trap and kill animal and insect pests. They may work in homes and buildings or in conservation.
Your pay could be
$50K
Lower
$55K to $88K
Most common
$112K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-1 year
Pest control technicians
- usually work regular business hours but may work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends
- usually work in different places and may travel locally and nationally
- may work in dirty, cramped and hazardous conditions and outdoors in all weather conditions
- need to be methodical, accurate and safety conscious
Tasks
- control pests using chemicals, traps and bait
- inspect buildings and properties for pests
- identify and record pests
- develop and apply pest control plans
- suggest pest control products to clients
- estimate costs for pest control
- treat plants or surfaces with protective chemicals
- clean work areas
- advise on pest control and prevention
Practical
Organised
Enterprising
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually learn on the job to become a pest control technician and a qualification may be useful.
You may need
- an entry certificate in pest and weed control
- to do entry training in pest and weed control
- a driver licence
- to pass a medical assessment and drug test
- to pass a police check
- to be registered with the Pest Management Association of New Zealand
- a First Aid Certificate
- a firearms licence and hunting permit
- a Certified Handler Compliance Certificate and a Controlled Substance Licence
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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