Pest Control Technician

Rentokil Initial Careers; Harlow; On-site; GBP 27,848 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Health insurance

Private pension scheme

Relocation package up to £5,000

Employee Assistance Programme

Long service recognition

Job summary

A leading pest control services provider is seeking a Trainee Pest Control Technician to join their team in Harlow. The role involves inspecting customer premises for pest issues and providing solutions. Candidates should have excellent customer service skills and a full UK driving licence. The position offers a competitive starting salary of £27,848 and various benefits, including a company vehicle, training, and bonuses.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence held for more than two years with no more than six penalty points.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Flexibility with working patterns to support business needs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect customer premises for signs of pests and identifying potential risks.
• Swiftly tackle pest problems by cleaning and removing evidence of pest behaviour.
• Offering valuable advice to customers on maintenance and hygiene of their premises.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

GCSE in Maths and English at level C or above

Job description

Rentokil Trainee Pest Control Technician

We are currently seeking a Pest Control Technician to join our dedicated team, covering Hoddesdon, Harlow, Herford, Stevenage and Ware. If you enjoy managing your own schedule and solving unique customer problems in person, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Base Pay Range

Competitive Salary Package: Start with a basic salary of £27,848 per annum. Expected OTE: £34,000 per annum, with bonus and commission schemes available.

Benefits

• Company vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone, uniform, and RI Rewards
• Relocation Package: up to £5,000 to help you settle in
• Full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday (40 hr week), with potential for up to 48 hours in the future with an increased salary
• Industry-Leading Training: Receive top‑notch training to support our customers' pest control needs
• Additional bonuses and commission schemes
• Access to a company vehicle and fuel card
• Salary grading system linked to performance for those keen to develop their career
• Private Healthcare scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Discounts and cashback offers from over 3,000 retailers with RI Rewards
• Overtime opportunities – potential to earn extra in overtime to meet the needs of our customers
• Leads commission – reward for passing on sales leads
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – free to access, available 24/7
• Long service recognition – extra five days of annual leave after five years of service
• Refer a Friend – earn up to £1,000 for referring someone to work for Rentokil Initial

Responsibilities

• 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

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence held for more than two years, with no more than six penalty points
• Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English at level C (Grade 4) or above – advantageous
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills
• Flexibility with working patterns to support business needs
• May require a DBS check depending on the role applied for

Company

Rentokil Initial (FTSE100) 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.

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