Pest Control Technician Hobart

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 Hobart depot, servicing all around Hobart, 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