Annual Salary
£22,000 to £30,000
Average UK salary in 2023 was £34,963
(source Office for National Statistics)
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Pest control technicians identify infestations and get rid of pests like rats, mice, wasps and cockroaches.
Average UK salary in 2023 was £34,963
(source Office for National Statistics)
You could work: between 8am and 6pm; at short notice
There will be
5.4% more Pest control technician jobs in 2027.
As a pest control technician, you will:
You may need to wear protective clothing.
You could work at a client's business or at a client's home.
Your working environment may be at height, dirty and cramped.
You can get into this job through:
You could apply to companies directly to become a pest control technician. Employers usually look for GCSEs in English and maths.
Experience in the building trade, health and safety, or in handling chemicals may be useful. Many companies will offer training on the job if you have the right qualities.
You could do an online foundation course with the British Pest Control Association. This introduces the basics of pest management and can lead to further training to get industry-recognised qualifications.
The Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) also runs training courses for people looking to start in the industry, for example the Level 2 Award in Pest Management.
You'll need to:
You could join the National Pest Technicians Association or British Pest Control Association for professional development training and industry resources.
You can find out more about working in pest control through the British Pest Control Association.
With experience you could be promoted to supervisor or technical manager.
You could specialise in site survey work, pest control training or start your own business.
You might also move into environmental health or food safety, with further training.
You'll need: