Pest Control Trainee: Outdoor Field Tech

Rentokil Initial; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Mobile phone

Bonuses

PPE provided

Training

Employee assistance program

Career progression

Weekly team meetings

Job summary

Rentokil Initial in Townsville, Queensland, is seeking a hands-on Pest Control Technician to join our field team. This permanent, full-time role covers 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday with rotating weekend rosters and varied start times, managing a portfolio of clients in the Townsville region.

You will inspect sites, apply treatments, advise on prevention, and maintain safety and documentation. A company vehicle is provided along with training, PPE, and career progression opportunities in a

Qualifications

• Full Australian Manual Drivers Licence with a clean driving record.
• Certificate III in Urban Pest Management (If applicable).
• Clean criminal record.
• A genuine love for the outdoors and the local environments.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to maintain and grow client relationships.
• A safety-first mindset and the ability to follow strict and evolving health & safety procedures.
• Confidence using an Android mobile phone and related apps.
• Comfortable working independently in the field, while also having a "one team" mindset.
• Willingness to travel long distances within the region.
• Being physically strong and able, comfortable working outdoors in varying environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, load and unload your service vehicle efficiently each day to ensure you're fully prepared for your scheduled assignments.
• Conduct thorough inspections at both commercial and residential customer sites to identify signs of pest activity and determine appropriate treatment plans.
• Apply effective pest control solutions, and provide expert advice to customers on prevention and ongoing management.
• Identify hygiene risks and environmental concerns, working to create safer, healthier spaces for clients and their teams.
• Accurately complete digital service reports after each visit to document the work carried out and any recommendations.
• Deliver outstanding customer service, maintaining a friendly, professional attitude during all interactions.
• Stay attentive to customer needs and look for opportunities to recommend additional services that add value and improve outcomes.

Skills

Customer service

Driving license

Outdoor work

Safety procedures

Android apps

Education

Certificate III in Urban Pest Management

Job description

Rentokil Initial in Townsville, Queensland, is seeking a hands-on Pest Control Technician to join our field team. This permanent, full-time role covers 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday with rotating weekend rosters and varied start times, managing a portfolio of clients in the Townsville region.

You will inspect sites, apply treatments, advise on prevention, and maintain safety and documentation. A company vehicle is provided along with training, PPE, and career progression opportunities in a