Commercial Route Manager (Pest Control)

Ready to Level Up Your Career

If youve worked in retail food service HVAC plumbing landscaping or any hands-on jobyou already have the hustle grit and people skills were looking for. Now imagine putting those skills to work in a career that gives you:

• Freedom to manage your own schedule
• A company vehicle to take home
• Paid training & certifications
• Real career growth (not just a job)

At Sprague Pest Solutions we dont just kill bugswe protect businesses food and public health. Youll be the go-to expert for your clients solving problems building relationships and making a real impact in your community.

What Youll Be Doing

• Learn how to identify and control pests (well train you!)
• Visit local businesses and help them stay pest-free
• Use tools tech and know-how to solve problems on the spot
• Build trust with clients and become their go-to expert
• Manage your own route and schedule like a boss
• Spot new opportunities and grow your territory

What Youll Get

• Starting Pay: $23$28/hr. performance bonuses commissions
• Take-Home Vehicle: Company ride gas card
• Gear Provided: Phone uniforms safety equipment
• Benefits:
  • Health dental vision (starts within 30 days)
  • 401K with match after 1 year
  • Paid time off starting Day 1
  • Employee Discount programs for things you really use (gym memberships car insurance etc)
• Career Growth: Leadership training certifications and endless opportunities
• Team Culture: Family vibes support and pride in your work

Why Sprague

Were not your average pest control company. Were a mission-driven team protecting people property and food with cutting-edge tools and a commitment to doing things right. If you want a career thats hands-on high-impact and full of opportunitythis is it.

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What You Bring to this Position

Must-Haves:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid drivers license & clean driving record
• 2 years in a hands-on job (retail food service trades logistics etc.)
• Strong attention to detail & pride in your work
• Willingness to travel overnight 3-5 nights/month (we cover the costs)
• Drive to learn grow and win as a team

Bonus Points If Youve Got:

• Experience in pest control landscaping agriculture or food production
• Customer service skills from retail hospitality or food service
• Safety or industry certifications

All offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory motor vehicle record report that is checked annually.

Sprague Pest Solutions is an Equal Opportunity employer and promotes diversity through a culture of inclusion and opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law. We are a drug and smoke-free environment.

In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Position Summary

The primary function of the Commercial Pest Control Technician (Route Manager) is to manage a dedicated route providing pest control and inspection services to commercial clients according to established standards for timeliness and quality. The Route Manager will develop cordial professional relationships with clients to fully understand their unique business challenges offer knowledgeable guidance recommend actions and solve a wide variety of pest management problems. The Route Manager reports to the Branch Manager and partners with Operations Managers Sales Reps and a team of technicians to continually grow and improve business operations.

Detailed Job Description:

Position Summary

The primary function of the Commercial Pest Control Technician (Route Manager) is to manage a dedicated route providing pest control and inspection services to commercial clients according to established standards for timeliness and quality. The Route Manager will develop cordial professional relationships with clients to fully understand their unique business challenges offer knowledgeable guidance recommend actions and solve a wide variety of pest management problems. The Route Manager reports to the Branch Manager and partners with Operations Managers Sales Reps and a team of technicians to continually grow and improve business operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage a dedicated route of commercial clients delivering uncompromising service in a professional safe friendly and cordial manner
• Participate in training and certification programs then apply knowledge to locate identify destroy control and repel pests
• Partner with client and technical specialists to solve complicated pest problems
• Provide proactive knowledgeable guidance to customers effectively communicating options and recommendations for managing new or complex pest problems
• Provide uncompromising service aiming to exceed client expectations in every interaction
• Set up monitor and tear down equipment for new installations and specialized treatments
• Respond quickly and professionally to client complaints and service requests
• Work a flexible schedule as needed to meet client expectations managing schedule and route to address urgent and unscheduled services in a timely manner
• Drive and maintain a clean safe and well-organized company service vehicle according to Sprague and DOT standards
• Maintain proper inventory of tools equipment and materials in company vehicle
• Seek out opportunities to grow accounts and branch sales by asking for referrals speaking with clients about add-on services products and equipment and logging leads for the sales team

Qualifications and Requirements

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with customers peers and managers
• Ability to set priorities and manage time to accomplish work goals according to quality standards and deadlines
• Ability to adapt quickly and work effectively in varying environments and job site conditions
• Ability to perform effectively with minimal direction self-direct work and escalate problems to manager where appropriate
• Attention to detail and ability to recognize and correct errors and inconsistencies
• Ability to navigate conflict recommend options and facilitate solutions that best serve the client and the companys objectives and values
• Proficiency in computer software and systems including but not limited to Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook) scheduling and mapping software smartphone applications and web-based portals; ability to learn new software quickly
• Ability to travel overnight 3 nights per month

Salary Description

• $23-28/hour (depending on experience) plus performance bonus and commission