Rentokil Graduate Pest Control Technician - Travelling Role
Full training provided, no experience necessary. Join us to become a Pest Control Technician covering England and Wales. You will manage your own schedule and solve unique customer problems in person.
Why Join Rentokil?
* Competitive Salary Package: Start with a basic salary of £26,733 per annum plus an inconvenience allowance of £5,000 per annum due to travelling and staying away from home.
* Expected OTE: £32,000 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 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 work across various branches in the UK and travel on a weekly pattern (Sunday to Friday). You will provide solutions for residential and commercial pest control including rodent, insect and bird control, ensuring excellent customer service while resolving pest problems.
* Weekly Travel Pattern: Expect to travel to your hotel on Sunday, work in the assigned location Monday to Friday, and travel home on Friday, aiming to be back by 2‑3 pm for end‑of‑week admin.
* Nationwide Scope: While much work is in London and the South East, locations could be anywhere in the UK, often requiring long‑distance drives on Sundays and Fridays.
Responsibilities
* Inspect premises and identify risks.
* Tackle pest problems effectively.
* Offer expert advice on hygiene and prevention.
* Complete accurate reports and provide exceptional customer service.
Career Opportunities
* 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 UK 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.
* 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 to earn extra in overtime to meet the needs of our customers.
* Leads commission scheme available – 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 are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse working environment.
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