Rentokil Initial

Pest Control Technician

Rentokil Initial
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £27,669 - £32,447 per yearWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in pest control solutions, including bird and rodent-proofing techniques, while ensuring compliance with safety standards and excellent customer service. Capable of managing operations independently and overseeing job progression effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Pest Control SolutionsBird And Rodent-ProofingJob Safety ManagementCustomer Service ExcellenceFull UK Driving Licence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Visit new and existing commercial and domestic customers
  • Provide bird and rodent-proofing solutions, including bird netting, bird points, and rodent-proofing systems
  • Clear bird fouling and rodent droppings when required
  • Install pest control hardware, including external bait stations
  • Use the Flexi Armour system to prevent pest ingress
  • Support routine inspections and assist local technicians
  • Manage job safety and follow risk assessments and method statements
  • Ensure safe working practices, particularly when working at heights or in confined spaces
  • As lead technician, oversee job progression from start to finish
  • Order materials and access equipment
  • Manage day-to-day operations independently when required
  • Provide excellent customer service and identify pest problems
  • Explore opportunities for new business and pass on sales leads

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Full UK driving licence held for more than two years, with no more than six penalty points
  • GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English at level C (Grade 4) or above is advantageous
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Flexibility with working patterns to support business needs
  • May be required to pass a DBS check depending on the role

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Company vehicle
  • Fuel card
  • Mobile phone
  • Uniform
  • RI Rewards
  • Relocation package of up to £5,000 for moving from more than 2 hours away
  • Bonus and commission schemes
  • Salary grading system linked to performance
  • Opportunity to contribute to a Private Healthcare scheme
  • Company pension scheme
  • Discounts and cashback offers from over 3,000 retailers with RI Rewards
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Uncapped leads commission
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), free 24/7 for the employee, family, and friends
  • Long service recognition, including five extra days of annual leave after five years
  • Refer a Friend reward of up to £1,000
  • Industry-leading training
  • Full-time permanent employment
  • Flexible scheduling / management of own schedule

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Hard Skills
Bird NettingRodent-Proofing SystemsPest Control Hardware InstallationFlexi Armour SystemRisk AssessmentsMethod StatementsJob Progression OversightMaterial OrderingInspection Support
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsFlexibility With Working Patterns
Tools & Technologies
External Bait Stations
Certifications & Qualifications
DBS Check
Industry Keywords
Pest ControlCustomer ManagementSales LeadsHealth And Safety Compliance