Pest Control Technician

Love getting out on the road, solving problems on your feet and meeting new people? - Do you enjoy giving great customer service? - Do you have great attention to detail? We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a great attitude to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis, based out of our Launceston depot, servicing Northern Tasmania. As a Pest Control Technician, you will be responsible for working with commercial and residential customers to keep their premises pest-free. Duties - Inspecting client premises thoroughly for any sign of pests - Carrying out measures as required to eliminate the pests - Identifying sales leads in the region where possible - Building rapport with and communicating with clients regarding the eradication and prevention process - Developing and maintaining long-term customer relationships At Rentokil Initial, we take care of the training, but what we do need from you is: - Current and valid Australian open/full driver's licence - Eligible to work full-time in Australia - Availability for possible overnight stays in remote areas - Interest in Pest Control or related industry experience - Excellent customer service skills to manage, maintain, and build upon client relationships - Communicate to internal stakeholders and clients both orally and in writing - Physically fit and the ability to work autonomously and drive long distances - High attention to detail to maintain high standards and achieve set targets - An ability to consistently work within both our client's and Rentokil's safety parameters - Confident using a mobile phone service app/tablet As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to complete pre-employment medical, references and police checks. **Benefits of being part of the Rentokil Initial team**: - Job stability - Working for the world’s largest pest control company - A fully-maintained company van including a fuel car and a mobile phone - Employee cash incentive programs and bonuses - Company uniform, full protective gear and all the tools you need - Comprehensive induction, training and qualification - Access to employee assistance program, for you and your family - Ongoing learning and development - Career Progression, many of our technicians have expanded into managerial, supervisory or cross functional roles - ...and more **About Rentokil Initial**: At Rentokil Initial, we are proud to be the global expert in pest, hygiene and indoor plant care. What sets us apart is our people. We are a friendly and supportive team driven by a passion to help protect people, enhance lives and preserve our planet, every day. From washrooms, to aged care homes, to office plantscaping and classrooms - we are there, ready, bursting with passion and pride to make a positive difference for our customers and communities. **We operate three brands**: Rentokil Pest Control, Initial Hygiene and Ambius Indoor Plants. Our parent company, Rentokil Initial plc, employs more than 56,000 people across more than 80 countries, supporting over 5 million customers. **Employee Testimonials**: "There are so many things I love about my job. I love being on the road, my own little van that I get to zoom around in, and the relationships and connections I get to build." Angela Smith - Technician “All of my managers have been really encouraging. They have seen things in me that I didn’t see in myself. The best thing about working for Rentokil Initial is the teamwork. Our motto is that we are all in this together.” Amanda Haans - Local Service & Sales Manager “I got to the point in my life where I was looking for something different. Since joining Rentokil, I’ve been provided with so many qualifications and opportunities for advancement.” Jim Evans - Senior Technician