Job Description

Ecowize is looking for an experienced and certified Pest Control Technician to join the Pest Control and Hygiene Division in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape.The purpose of this role is to determine the best treatment regarding pest control and ensure the highest quality of service is delivered to the customer.The Pest Control Technician must ensure that all services are planned and completed in line with the customer agreements signed. The successful incumbent will be accountable and responsible for equipment and consumables used to complete the services.

• You will be responsible for inspecting buildings and the surrounding property for signs of insects, rodents and other pests.
• Then determine which treatment is best and use the proper baits or traps to remove them.
• Spray chemical solutions, powders, and gases on or near surfaces of a building or house to eliminate pests.
• Identify invading pests, including rats, termites, snakes, wasps, ants, spiders, mosquitos, or bed bugs.
• Set mechanical traps and place bait. Remove dead rodents after extermination.

• Grade 12
• P-Registration with Department of Agriculture.
• Pest Control Operator experience servicing clients in the Food production industry is essential.
• Previous experience with and knowledge of industry auditing standards (e.g AIB, IBL, BRC, YUM etc)
• Able to work flexible hours and overtime.
• Must have a valid drivers license and be willing to travel.

The successful incumbent must have the following skillsets:

• Good understanding and knowledge of the Pest Control Industry and service orientated.
• Logical thinker as well as strategic and organized.
• Ability to solve problems efficiently and to be pro-active in identifying potential problems.
• Attention to detail.
• Customer-centric.

When applying for jobs, ensure that you have the minimum job requirements.If you are not residing in the mentioned location, note that relocation will be required if successful.The Company is committed to complying with legislation and to meet strategic goals regarding to employment equity.Your privacy is important to us. By submitting your personal information, you agree that this information will be handled in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (4 of 2013). The closing date for internal applications is 15 April 2024. Remember to inform your direct line manager should you be interested in this position and apply directly on our job portal.NOTE: If you have not received a response from us within 14-days of the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

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