Route Manager (Commercial Pest Control Technician)

Sprague Pest Solutions•Bakersfield, CA

4d•$21 - $26

About The Position

When was the last time you had a really great day at work? The sun was shining and you had a long list of service calls to make but you were in control of the schedule and knew you were going to win the day? This is what the day of a Route Manager looks like: You manage your own schedule and workload. You spend your day building professional, but friendly relationships with your clients and team members. You are a trusted advisor for your clients, solving challenging problems, protecting their business, and improving the health and safety of your community. You have limitless room to grow and excel as you build a rewarding career with great benefits and paid time off. This could be your story. Apply now. Your next great adventure awaits. What you’ll do: Manage your own schedule and workload while building strong professional relationships with clients and teammates. Become a trusted advisor, solving challenging pest problems and protecting businesses while improving community health and safety. Learn about rodent, insect, flying, and crawling pests, study for licensing exams, and participate in ongoing training to maintain certifications. Inspect client sites and apply mechanical, biological, and chemical tools to prevent and control pest issues. Take ownership of your route and ensure timely, top-quality service. Help safeguard public health by recognizing and controlling pest problems. What We’re Looking For People interested in learning more about fumigation and pest management. Individuals who are open to working holidays and weekends (Saturday and Sunday). Someone who values having a weekday off for flexibility. Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for helping others. Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. What we do at Sprague: Pests pose a serious threat to public health and our world’s food supply. Food-borne illnesses as a result of bacteria transmitted by pests sicken millions of people annually. Sprague’s highly trained and dedicated team is driven to design and deliver pest management programs using the latest technology and products to safeguard people, property, and food, and leave the smallest environmental footprint. Working for Sprague means passionately delivering uncompromising service. We focus on our commitment to our clients and ourselves; consistency, accountability, respect; teamwork among co-workers, our clients, and the community; and environmental responsibility in our approach to pest prevention. 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.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver’s License and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record
2+ years in route sales, merchandising, dispatching, or logistics
Attention to detail and high standards of work quality
Hunger for knowledge and professional development
Competitive approach to both individual and team performance
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

Nice To Haves

2+ years’ experience in pest control, landscaping, agriculture, or food production
Pest control, industrial, or safety certifications

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

Benefits

Salary: $21-26/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
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