Trainee Pest Control Technician

Rentokil Initial Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pest control services provider is seeking a Pest Control Technician for a full-time role in Newcastle. The technician will inspect premises for pest signs, tackle problems, and deliver exceptional customer service. Competitive salary starting at £26,733 per annum with OTE £31,000. Benefits include a company vehicle, relocation package, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary Package

Company vehicle

Relocation Package

Industry-Leading Training

Private Healthcare scheme

Pension scheme

Bonus and commission opportunities

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence held for more than two years, with no more than six penalty points required.
• Demonstrated excellent customer service necessary.
• Flexibility with working patterns needed.

Responsibilities

• Inspect customer premises for signs of pests and identify potential risks.
• Swiftly tackle pest problems by cleaning and removing evidence of pest behaviour.
• Complete accurate reports after every visit.

Skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Flexibility with working patterns

Education

GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English at level C or above

Job description

Overview

Rentokil Pest Control Technician

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

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

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.

Qualifications

• 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 is advantageous.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Flexibility with working patterns to support business needs.
• You may be required to pass a DBS check depending on the role you have applied for

Benefits and Additional Opportunities

• 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.
• Company vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone, uniform, and RI Rewards.
• Relocation Package: Up to £5,000 to help you settle in if relocating from more than 2 hours away.
• Work-Life Balance: 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 to support our customers’ pest control needs.
• 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.
• Discounts and cashback offers from RI Rewards.
• Overtime opportunities to meet customer needs.
• Uncapped leads commission; we reward you for passing on sales leads.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7 to you, your family, and friends.
• Long service recognition: an extra five days of annual leave after five years of service.
• Refer a Friend: earn up to £1,000 for referring someone to Rentokil Initial.

A Company Putting “People First”

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. 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 business, 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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