Description:
Are you a
vending route manager,
bread route driver, or someone who knows how to run a territory like a business? If you're ready to level up your career with a company that values your independence, hustle, and customer service skills-
Sprague Pest Solutions, a leader in
commercial pest control, wants to meet you.
We specialize in protecting public health and food safety for commercial clients in industries like food service, retail, logistics, and manufacturing. This is your chance to join a team that makes a real impact-every day.
What You'll Do:- Own Your Route: Manage a set of commercial clients and deliver expert pest control services that keep their businesses safe and compliant.
- Deliver Expert Service: Provide inspections, treatments, and proactive solutions tailored to each client's needs.
- Solve Problems Fast: Respond to service requests and pest issues with urgency and professionalism.
- Spot Opportunities: Identify ways to expand services, generate referrals, and support our sales team.
- Stay Organized: Keep your company vehicle clean, stocked, and ready-just like you've done with inventory and equipment in your previous roles.
Skills That Transfer Well:- Route management and territory planning
- Customer relationship building and retention
- Inventory tracking and vehicle organization
- Problem-solving and independent decision-making
- Time management and schedule flexibility
Why Sprague? We're more than a pest control company-we're a team of professionals who care deeply about our clients and each other. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a chance to be part of something meaningful.
- Impactful Work: Help businesses thrive by keeping their environment safe.
- Career Growth: We invest in your development with training and advancement opportunities.
- Team Culture: Join a supportive team that values integrity, innovation, and service excellence.
Pay Structure: Hourly Range ($25-30/hr.)
Potential Monthly Commission $0- 12,000 a year
Annual Bonus Potential: $0-$600
Total Projected Gross Annual Earnings $52,000-75,000/Yearly Benefits:- Health, Vision, Dental Insurance (starting within 30 days)
- 401K with a generous match after 1 year
- Paid Time Off: Personal time from day one, vacation and holidays after 90 days
- Childcare assistance and college savings plan
- Company vehicle with gas card
- Phone, uniforms, and safety equipment provided
- On-the-job training and certifications
- Leadership development and continuing education
Requirements:- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record (5+ years preferred)
- 2+ years' experience in vending, bread delivery, route sales, facilities, landscaping, or customer service
- Strong attention to detail and work quality
- Eagerness to learn and grow professionally
Bonus Skills (Nice to Have):- Experience in pest control, agriculture, or food production
- Pest control or safety certifications
Pre-Hire Screening:- Motor Vehicle Record check
- Criminal background check (Federal, State, County)
- DOT physical and drug screening
Requirements:
What We're Looking For:- Professionalism: A friendly and professional demeanor with a commitment to delivering uncompromising service.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to locate, identify, destroy, control, and repel pests using knowledge gained from training and certification programs.
- Flexibility: Willingness to work a flexible schedule to meet client expectations and manage urgent and unscheduled services.
- Team Player: Ability to collaborate with Operations Managers, Sales Reps, and a team of technicians to continually improve business operations.
- Organizational Skills: Maintain proper inventory of tools, equipment, and materials in the company vehicle.
Must haves for this job:- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid Driver's License and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record
- 2+ years' experience in route sales, facilities management, janitorial service, landscaping, environmental services, customer service, sales, retail, or hospitality roles
- Attention to detail and high standards of work quality
- Hunger for knowledge and professional development
- Competitive approach to both individual and team performance
Nice to haves for this job:- 2+ years' experience in pest control, landscaping, agriculture, or food production
- Pest control, industrial, or safety certifications
Pre-Hire Screening Requirements:- 5+ years Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record
- Criminal Background Check: Federal, State, County
- DOT Physical with 5-Panel Drug Screen
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. 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 company's 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
W. B. Sprague Company Inc. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Salary Description . click apply for full job details
