Graduate Pest Control Technician.

Rentokil Initial Careers; Kildare; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Mobile phone

Uniform

Relocation assistance up to €5,000

4 weeks annual leave (5 weeks later)

Job summary

Rentokil Pest Control is seeking a Graduate Pest Control Technician in Kildare. This permanent, full-time role offers a base salary of €30,300 per year with a potential to increase after training and an expected OTE around €35,000 with bonus schemes.

You will cover a defined geographic area over the first 6–12 months, gaining industry-recognised training and providing high-quality customer service while building your pest control knowledge and observational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or BA in business-related subject.
• Full Irish driving licence.
• Willingness to pass Garda Vetting if required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect premises for signs of pests and identify risks.
• Resolve pest issues and provide maintenance and hygiene advice.

Skills

Driving licence

Education

2.2 degree in science or BA in Business/Management

Job description

Location

Kildare

Title

Rentokil Pest Control - Graduate Pest Control Technician

Position

Graduate Pest Control Technician

Contract

Permanent, Full Time

Salary

Base €30,300.00 Per Annum, paid monthly

Why Join Rentokil?

• Competitive Salary Package: Start with a basic salary of €30,300 per annum, with an increase once fully trained
• Expected OTE: €35,000 per annum, with bonus and commission schemes available
• Benefits: Company vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone, uniform
• 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 (39 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

Graduate Pest Control Technician Role

You will start as a Pest Control Technician, with your initial 6-12 months dedicated to covering a specific geographical area. You'll provide invaluable support to customers by resolving their pest control issues while receiving comprehensive industry-recognised 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 an exciting 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 full Irish driving licence
• A desire to work hard and have fun while meeting and interacting with customers daily
• Flexibility with working patterns to support business needs
• You may be required to pass a Garda Vetting check depending on the role you have applied for

Benefits

• A competitive salary package
• Company Vehicle & fuel card
• Long Service Awards
• Uniforms and Equipment
• Progression Opportunities
• 4 weeks annual leave increasing to 5 weeks
• Additional variable pay opportunity through the introduction of new business
• On call allowance
• Access to Company pension
• Refer a Friend bonus
• TrustPilot reward
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance

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. 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.

Equal Opportunities

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