Trainee Pest Control Technician Rentokil Initial

The Highland Times; Fort William; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pest control company is seeking a Trainee Pest Control Technician to cover Fort William and surrounding areas. The role requires no previous experience as full training is provided. Key responsibilities include inspecting customer premises for pests, carrying out treatments, and maintaining a professional image. Strong communication skills and a full UK driving license are essential. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits including a company vehicle, private healthcare, and opportunities for bonuses.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Private healthcare options

Company pension scheme

Access to ongoing training and development

Retail discounts through RI Rewards

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence for over two years with no more than six penalty points.
• Flexibility around working patterns to support business needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage a dedicated geographical area inspecting customer premises for pests.
• Carry out treatments and resolve pest issues safely and effectively.
• Complete accurate reports after each visit.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer focused approach

Ability to manage workload

Education

GCSE in Maths and English or equivalent

Job description

Rentokil Initial is recruiting a Trainee Pest Control Technician to cover Fort William and surrounding areas, offering a long term career with one of the world’s leading business services companies.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, solving practical problems, and delivering a professional service directly to customers. No previous pest control experience is required, as full industry leading training is provided.

The role

As a Trainee Pest Control Technician, you will manage a dedicated geographical area, visiting customer premises to inspect for signs of pests, identify risks, and resolve issues safely and effectively. You will carry out treatments, remove evidence of pest activity, and provide clear advice to customers on hygiene and prevention.

You will complete accurate reports after each visit, maintain a professional image at all times, and deliver a high standard of customer service while working largely independently.

The role is Monday to Friday based on a 40 hour working week, with potential for increased hours in the future as the role develops.

What we are looking for

You must hold a full UK driving licence for more than two years with no more than six penalty points. Strong communication skills, a customer focused approach, and the ability to manage your own workload are essential.

GCSE level qualifications in Maths and English or equivalent are advantageous, and flexibility around working patterns is required to support business needs. A DBS check may be required depending on the role.

Pay and benefits

Rentokil Initial offers a competitive salary package with opportunities to increase earnings through bonus and commission schemes. You will be provided with a company vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone, uniform, and access to ongoing training and development.

Benefits include a company pension scheme, private healthcare options, an employee assistance programme, overtime opportunities, retail discounts through RI Rewards, long service recognition, and a refer a friend scheme offering up to £1,000.

Relocation support of up to £5,000 may be available for candidates moving from more than two hours away, subject to eligibility.

How to apply

This role is being recruited directly by Rentokil Initial.

To apply, please complete your application via the official Rentokil Initial careers website