Trainee Pest Control Technician

Company: Rentokil Pest Control South Africa
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Location: East Midlands
Job Description:

Rentokil Pest Control Technician

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

We are currently seeking a Pest Control Technician to join our dedicated team at the Yorkshire branch, covering Derby City Centre.

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: £32,566 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 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. To find out how we process your data view our careers privacy policy.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026