Experienced Residential / Commercial Pest Control Sales

The Mosquito Authority and The Pest Authority•Hickory, NC

21h•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a driven, experienced Residential Outside Sales Representative with a background in selling pest control and related home service verticals. This role is focused on residential and commercial customers and requires a strong blend of field sales, neighborhood development, and in-person community engagement. Ideal candidates have experience selling multiple pest control verticals, such as: - General pest control - Mosquito services - Rodent exclusion - Termite protection or bait systems - Wildlife exclusion - Moisture control/crawlspace encapsulation

Requirements

Experience selling residential and commercial pest control or closely related verticals
Strong communication skills and high closing ability
Proven ability to connect quickly with homeowners
Self-driven with excellent time and territory management
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
Ability to pass a criminal background check
Professional appearance and demeanor

Nice To Haves

State-issued pest control licensing
Experience using FieldRoutes or similar CRM
Experience working home shows, Chamber events, or community outreach

Responsibilities

Conduct in-person residential inspections
Present tailored treatment plans for pest, mosquito, termite, rodent, wildlife, and moisture solutions
Explain program benefits, pricing, and long-term protection plans
Close new residential subscriptions through appointments, canvassing, follow-up, and event leads.
Prospect targeted neighborhoods to maintain a strong residential pipeline
Execute structured canvassing, cloverleafing, and doorstep follow-up
Build awareness through yard signs, zone targeting, and referral-driven outreach
Attend local marketing events, including:
Chamber of Commerce events
Home shows & trade fairs
Festivals, community days, and seasonal markets
Local sponsorship events
Network with homeowners, build brand trust, and gather warm leads
Represent the company professionally with strong on-brand messaging
Provide clear, professional explanations of residential service options
Build trust through education, transparency, and responsiveness
Ensure smooth handoff to operations and maintain occasional follow-up to support retention
Log all leads, follow-up tasks, and sales outcomes in CRM (FieldRoutes or similar)
Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly residential sales goals
Participate in ongoing product training and sales skill development