Trainee Pest Control Technician

Rentokil Initial Careers

Ryde

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Uniform

RI Rewards

Relocation support up to £5,000

Pension

Private healthcare

Job summary

Rentokil Initial is seeking a Pest Control Technician to cover the Isle of Wight in a full-time role backed by industry-leading training. You will inspect premises, tackle pest problems, and advise on maintenance and hygiene to help customers protect their spaces.

Responsibilities include completing detailed reports, delivering outstanding service, and maintaining a professional image. A full UK driving licence is required; GCSEs in Maths and English are advantageous; relocation support is

Qualifications

Full UK driving licence held for more than two years, with no more than six penalty points.
GCSE Maths and English at level C (Grade 4) or above is advantageous.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Inspect customer premises for signs of pests and identify risks.
Swiftly tackle pest problems by cleaning and removing evidence of pest behaviour.
Offer advice to customers on maintenance and hygiene of their premises.
Complete accurate reports after every visit.
Provide exceptional customer service and uphold a professional image.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Driving licence

Flexibility

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

We are currently seeking a Pest Control Technician to join our dedicated team, covering The Isle of Wight.

Rentokil Pest Control Technician

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

No prior experience required as we provide comprehensive, industry-leading training. If you enjoy managing your own schedule and solving unique customer problems in person, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Why Join Rentokil?

Competitive Salary Package: Start with a basic salary of £27,669 per annum
Expected OTE: £32,447 per annum, with bonus and commission schemes available
Benefits: Company vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone, uniform, and RI Rewards
Relocation Package: Moving from more than 2 hours away? We may offer up to £5,000 to help you settle in
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: Receive top-notch training to support our customers' pest control needs

The Role

Your role as a Pest Control Technician will involve covering a dedicated geographical area and providing support to our customers by resolving their pest issues.

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

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 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

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 the needs of our customers
Leads 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

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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