Business and Science Graduate Scheme

Rentokil Initial; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pest control company in Liverpool is seeking a Graduate Pest Control Technician. This full-time role offers comprehensive training with no prior experience required. Responsibilities include inspecting premises for pests, advising clients, and providing exceptional customer service. Competitive salary starting at £26,733 with potential to earn more through bonuses and commissions.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Bonus and commission schemes

Private healthcare scheme

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Long-service recognition

Refer a Friend bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 2.2 degree in a science/BSc-related subject or business management.
• Desire to engage with customers and provide service.
• Flexibility with working patterns.

Responsibilities

• Inspect customer premises for signs of pests.
• Address pest problems and remove evidence.
• Advise customers on hygiene and maintenance.
• Complete reports after visits.
• Provide exceptional customer service.

Skills

Problem-solving

Customer service

Flexibility

Education

Minimum 2.2 degree in a science/BSc-related subject

Job description

Rentokil Pest Control - Graduate Pest Control Technician

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Enjoy problem‑solving and helping customers? Become a Graduate Pest Control Technician with Rentokil in the Liverpool area. Full training is provided and no experience is required.

Why Join Rentokil?

• Competitive Salary Package: start with a basic salary of £26,733 per annum.
• Expected OTE: £31,000 per annum, with bonus and commission schemes available.
• Benefits: company vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone, uniform, and RI Rewards.
• Work–Life Balance: full‑time, permanent role, Monday to Friday (40‑hour week), with potential for up to 48 hours in the future and an increased salary.
• Industry‑Leaning Training: receive top‑notch training to support our customers’ pest control needs.

Graduate Pest Control Technician Role

You will start as a Pest Control Technician, spending your initial 6–12 months covering a specific geographical area and providing invaluable support to customers by resolving pest issues while receiving comprehensive training. Key responsibilities include:

• Inspecting customer premises for signs of pests and identifying potential risks.
• Swiftly tackling pest problems by cleaning and removing evidence of pest behaviour.
• Offering valuable advice to customers on the maintenance and hygiene of their premises.
• Completing accurate reports after every visit.
• Providing exceptional customer service and upholding a professional image at all times.

During the next 12‑36 months you will have the opportunity to choose your career path from one of the following roles:

• Sales Surveyor
• Field Biologist
• Service Team Leader
• Key Account Manager

Requirements

• A minimum 2.2 degree in a science/BSc‑related subject including social science, or a BA in business management, hospitality or tourism.
• A desire to work hard and have fun while meeting and interacting with customers daily.
• Flexibility with working patterns to support business needs.
• May be required to pass a DBS check depending on the role you have applied for.

Benefits

• Additional opportunities to earn more with regular bonus and commission schemes.
• Access to a company vehicle and fuel card.
• Salary grading system linked to performance for those keen to develop their career within our business.
• Opportunity to contribute to a private healthcare scheme.
• Enrolment in our company pension scheme.
• Exciting discounts and cashback offers from over 3,000 retailers with RI Rewards.
• Overtime opportunities – potential to earn extra in overtime to meet customer needs.
• Lead commission – although this isn’t a sales job, we appreciate and reward you for passing on sales leads.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – free to access and available 24/7 to you, your family and friends.
• Long‑service recognition – includes an extra five days of annual leave entitlement after five years of service.
• Refer a Friend – earn up to £1,000 for referring someone to work for Rentokil Initial.

Rentokil Initial (FTSE 100) is one of the largest business services companies in the world, operating in over 90 countries and providing services that protect people and enhance lives. Rentokil is the world’s leading commercial pest control services provider, Initial is the world’s leading commercial hygiene services provider, and Ambius is the world’s leading provider of plants and scenting.

As a company we focus on the Right People, doing the Right Things, and in the Right Way. We invest a lot of time and money in training and developing all our colleagues to be the best they can be, and we are always looking for talented and driven people to join our Rentokil Initial Family.

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