Trainee Technician
On site
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
£ 27,052 / year
Full Time
14-04-2025
Job Specifications
Wise Property Care Technician
Join Our Team and Make a Difference!
We are currently seeking a Technician to join our dedicated team at the Rosyth branch, covering the Edinburgh and Fife area. If you enjoy managing your own schedule and solving unique customer problems in person, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Why Join Rentokil?
Competitive Salary Package: Start with a basic salary of £26,050 - £27,052 per annum, depending on experience
Expected OTE: £31,050 - £32,052 per annum, with bonus and commission schemes available
Benefits: Company vehicle, fuel card, Tools, mobile phone, uniform, and RI Rewards
Work-Life Balance: Full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday (40 hr week)
Industry-Leading Training: Receive top-notch training to support our customers' needs
Technician Role
As a Technician, you will play a key part in delivering work for our customers on both domestic and commercial jobs. Key responsibilities include:
Carrying out preservation works on site which could include stripping and replacing timber floors, door frames, architraves and windows
Supporting with damp proofing and removing of wall coatings including plaster, woodworm treatments, wall tie installation and cavity drain membrane installation
Carrying out other works including Mould cleans, Thermal Paint, and other innovation services
Offering valuable advice to customers and providing a high level of service
Adhering to all risk assessments and health & safety measures on-site
Ensuring any sites are left clean and tidy
Completing other required tasks within the branch as required
Requirements
Full UK driving licence held for more than two years, with no more than six penalty points
Experience working as a Labourer or Tradesman within the property or construction industry would be advantageous
Demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills
Flexibility with working patterns to support business needs
You may be required to pass a DBS check depending on the role you have applied for
Benefits
Additional opportunities to earn more with regular bonus and commission schemes
Access to a company vehicle and fuel card
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 the needs of our customers
Uncapped leads 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
A Company Putting "People First"
Rentokil Initial (FTSE100) is one of the largest business services companies in the world, operating in over 90 countries and providing services that protect people and enhance lives. Rentokil is the world's leading commercial pest control services provider, Initial is the world's leading commercial hygiene services provider, and Ambius is the world's leading provider of plants and scenting.
As a business, we focus on the Right People, doing the Right Things, and in the Right Way. We invest a lot of time and money in training and developing all our colleagues to be the best they can be, and we are always looking for talented and driven people to join our Rentokil Initial Family.
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About the Company
Rentokil Initial plc employs 62,900 people across 90 countries. We are the leaders in pest control and hygiene services. Do you want to join our team? Know more
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