Job Description
Love the outdoors? Dedicated, reliable, and ready to stay one step ahead? Rentokil Initial is looking for a hands‐on, self‐motivated Trainee Pest Control Technician to join our mighty team in Cairns. If this sounds like you, apply now!
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Key Responsibilities
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Maintain, load and unload your service vehicle efficiently each day to ensure you're fully prepared for your scheduled assignments.
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Conduct thorough inspections at both commercial and residential customer sites to identify signs of pest activity and determine appropriate treatment plans.
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Apply effective pest control solutions, and provide expert advice to customers on prevention and ongoing management.
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Identify hygiene risks and environmental concerns, working to create safer, healthier spaces for clients and their teams.
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Accurately complete digital service reports after each visit to document the work carried out and any recommendations.
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Deliver outstanding customer service, maintaining a friendly, professional attitude during all interactions.
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Stay attentive to customer needs and look for opportunities to recommend additional services that add value and improve outcomes.
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Perks Included
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Working for Cairns's local pest control company
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Company service vehicle, fuel card, and mobile phone for work use.
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Employee cash incentive programs & bonuses
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All PPE gear provided to industry standards
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Comprehensive training in pest protection products, safety, and procedures
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Access to employee assistance program, for you and your family
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Ongoing learning and development
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Career Progression, many of our technicians have expanded into managerial, supervisory or cross functional roles
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Weekly team meetings to connect and plan the week ahead
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A Successful Candidate Will Have
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A full Australian Manual Drivers License with a clean driving record
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Certificate III in Urban Pest Management (If applicable)
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A clean criminal record
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A genuine love for the outdoors and the local environments
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Excellent customer service skills with the ability to maintain and grow client relationships
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A safety-first mindset and the ability to follow strict and evolving health & safety procedures
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Confidence using an Android mobile phone and related apps
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Comfortable working independently in the field, while also having a "one team" mindset
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Willingness to travel long distances within the region
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Being physically strong and able, comfortable working outdoors in varying environmental conditions
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Successful candidates must complete a pre-employment assessment, including medical, reference, and criminal background checks, meeting Rentokil Initial's satisfactory criteria

📌 Pest Control Service Technician - Trainee (Queensland)
🏢 Rentokil Initial
📍 Queensland