Business and Science Graduate Scheme

Rentokil Pest Control - Graduate Pest Control Technician

Enjoy problem‑solving and helping customers? Become a Graduate Pest Control Technician with Rentokil in Exeter and surrounding areas. Full training provided, no experience necessary.

• Competitive
  
  Salary Package:
  
  Start with a basic salary of £27,669 per annum.
• Expected OTE: £31,000 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.

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.

• Inspect customer premises for signs of pests and identify potential risks.
• Swiftly tackle pest problems by cleaning and removing evidence of pest behaviour.
• Offer valuable advice to customers on the maintenance and hygiene of their premises.
• Complete accurate reports after every visit.
• Provide exceptional customer service and uphold 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

• Minimum 2.2 degree in a science/BSc related subject, including Social Science, or a BA in Business Management, Hospitality or Tourism.
• 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 applied for.

• Additional opportunities to earn more with regular bonus and commission schemes.
• 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 customer needs.
• Lead commission – 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 is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating a diverse working environment.