Commercial Route Manager

$22 - $28 per hour

Sprague Pest Solutions

Description: Ready to take control of your career? Join a team that protects businesses and builds lasting partnerships.
Are you a problem-solver who thrives on independence, but loves being part of a winning team?
Sprague Pest Solutions is looking for a Route Manager to join our mission of protecting public health, product and food safety for commercial clients in industries like retail, food service, and logistics.
What You'll Do:
Be the Hero : Own a dedicated route of commercial clients and deliver expert pest control and inspection services that keep their businesses running smoothly.
Solve Puzzles : Tackle pest challenges head-on-responding quickly to service requests and complaints with professionalism and precision.
Flex Your Schedule : Adapt to client needs with a flexible schedule, including urgent and unscheduled services.
Grow the Business : Spot opportunities to expand services, ask for referrals, and support our sales team with qualified leads.
Drive with Pride : Maintain a clean, safe, and fully stocked company vehicle that reflects your professionalism.
Why You'll Love It:
Supportive Team Culture : You'll work independently, but never alone-our team has your back.
Tools for Success : From high-quality equipment to ongoing training, we set you up to succeed.
Career Growth : Earn certifications, learn the latest pest control technologies, and grow your career with us.
Make a Difference : Help businesses stay pest-free, protect public health, and build lasting client relationships.
What You Bring:
A passion for problem-solving and customer service
Strong communication and time management skills
A valid driver's license and a clean driving record
A desire to learn, grow, and make an impact every day
Why Join Sprague? At Sprague Pest Solutions , we're more than a pest control company-we're a team of passionate professionals who care about each other and our clients. We offer competitive pay, great benefits, and a chance to be part of something meaningful.
Impactful Work : Help businesses thrive by keeping their environments safe and pest-free.
Career Growth : We invest in your development with ongoing training and advancement opportunities.
Team Culture : Work alongside a supportive team of professionals who value integrity, innovation, and service excellence.
What you'll get working here:
Salary: $22-28/hr. to start (depending on experience) plus performance bonuses and sales commissions
A take-home service vehicle with gas card
Company-provided phone, uniforms, and safety equipment
On-the-job training and licensing
Pride in your work and the Sprague mission
A supportive team environment based on family values
Unlimited growth opportunities, with continuing education and leadership training
Benefits:
Health, Vision, Dental Insurance within 30 days of hire
401K after 1 year, with 100% match up to 3% plus 50% match up to 6%
Paid time off: Personal time available day 1, holiday and vacation time after 90 days
Childcare assistance and college savings plan
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 Title: Route Manager (Commercial Pest Control Technician)
Department: Operations
Reports to: Branch Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Exemption: NA
EEOC Class: Individual Contributor
Salary: $22-28 per hour (depending on market, experience, and licensing) plus incentives
Position Summary:
The primary responsibility for a Route Manager is to provide pest control and inspection services assigned client locations according to established standards for responsiveness and quality. The Route Manager will develop professional relationships with clients to understand their unique business challenges, offer knowledgeable guidance, recommend actions, and solve a wide variety of pest management problems. This position reports to the Branch Manager and partners with Operations Managers, Sales Reps, and a team of Route Managers (technicians) to continually enhance client satisfaction and business operations.
Essential Functions:
Scheduling Ownership:
Manage a dedicated route of commercial clients.
Work a flexible schedule to meet client expectations, managing urgent and unscheduled services in a timely manner.
Client Satisfaction:
Provide proactive, knowledgeable guidance to customers, effectively communicating options and recommendations for managing new or complex pest problems.
Respond quickly and professionally to client complaints and service requests.
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.
Safety:
Drive and maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized company service vehicle according to Sprague and DOT standards.
Set up, monitor, and tear down equipment for new installations and specialized treatments.
Continuous Learning & Improvement:
Engage in regular training sessions to earn and maintain certifications and stay updated on the latest pest control methods and technologies.
Partner with clients and technical specialists to create action plans for solving and preventing pest management problems.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED
2+ years in route sales, facilities management, janitorial service, landscaping, or environmental services
2+ years' experience in customer service, sales, retail, or hospitality roles
Excellent communicator, both written and verbal, able to communicate complex concepts and risk factors to stakeholders and influence decision making
Ability and aptitude with Microsoft Office Suite and other technology necessary for successful day-to-day functioning in a business environment.
Ability to pass background screening requirements, including identity, criminal history and motor vehicle records checks
Ability to meet DOT physical standards, including a 5-panel drug screen
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous pest control experience
- Pest control, industrial, or safety certifications
Physical Requirements:
Physical Strength and Stamina: Ability to handle pest control equipment and work in various conditions and environments.
Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry equipment and materials, which may weigh up to 50 pounds.
Bending, Stooping, and Crawling: Frequent bending, stooping, and crawling to access and treat pest-infested areas.
Standing and Walking: Prolonged periods of standing and walking while inspecting and treating areas.
Working in Confined Spaces: Ability to work in tight or confined spaces, such as crawl spaces . click apply for full job details

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