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Sprague Pest Solutions • Redding, CA, United States
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Description :

Ready to take control of your career?

Join a team that protects businesses and builds lasting partnerships. At Sprague Pest Solutions , we're looking for a Route Manager with a background in quality assurance (QA), food or milk processing, agriculture, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and ideally fluent in Spanish to help us protect public health and food safety.

What You'll Do :

  • Be the Hero : Manage a dedicated route of commercial clients in food production, agriculture, and logistics. Deliver expert pest control and inspection services that keep their operations safe and compliant.
  • Solve Puzzles : Respond to pest challenges with precision and professionalism, especially in high-stakes environments like food and milk processing plants.
  • Flex Your Schedule : Adapt to client needs with a flexible schedule, including urgent and unscheduled services.
  • Grow the Business : Identify 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.

Why You'll Love It :

  • Supportive Team Culture : Work independently, but with strong team support.
  • Tools for Success : High-quality equipment, ongoing training, and certifications.
  • Career Growth : Learn the latest pest control technologies and advance your career.
  • Make a Difference : Help businesses stay pest-free and compliant with food safety standards.
  • What You Bring :

  • Experience in QA, food processing, agriculture, or milk processing
  • Knowledge of GMP and food safety regulations
  • Spanish language skills (preferred)
  • Strong communication and time management
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record
  • Desire to learn, grow, and make an impact
  • Why Join Sprague?

    We're more than a pest control companywe're a team of passionate professionals who care about each other and our clients.

  • Impactful Work : Help businesses thrive by keeping their environments safe and pest-free.
  • Career Growth : Ongoing training and advancement opportunities.
  • Team Culture : Integrity, innovation, and service excellence.
  • What You'll Get :

  • Salary : $22$28 / hr to start + performance bonuses & commissions
  • Perks : Take-home service vehicle, gas card, company phone, uniforms, safety equipment
  • Training : On-the-job training and licensing
  • Benefits :
  • Health, Vision, Dental Insurance (within 30 days)

  • 401K with match after 1 year
  • Paid time off starting Day 1
  • Childcare assistance & college savings plan
  • Requirements :

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid Driver's License and clean Motor Vehicle Record
  • 2+ years in route sales, facilities, janitorial, landscaping, environmental services, or food / agriculture roles
  • Detail-oriented and committed to high standards
  • Competitive and collaborative mindset
  • Nice to Haves :

  • Pest control, industrial, or safety certifications
  • Experience in pest control, agriculture, or food production
  • Pre-Hire Screening :

  • 5+years satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record
  • Criminal background check
  • DOT physical & 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 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, equipment rooms, and silos.
  • Climbing : Ability to climb ladders and work at heights when necessary.
  • Driving : Must possess the physical ability to safely operate and drive a vehicle, including maintaining control and awareness during extended periods of driving
  • Use of Protective Equipment : Wearing protective gear, including gloves, goggles, and respirators, to reduce the risk of harm from pesticides
  • Working in various weather conditions : Preparedness to work outdoors in all types of weather, including extreme heat, cold, and rain.
  • Safety awareness : Ability to follow safety protocols and wear personal protective equipment to minimize health risks from exposure to chemicals and pests
  • Disclaimer :

    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.

    Equal Employment Opportunity :

    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.

    Compensation details : 22-28 Hourly Wage

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