Commercial Route Manager (Pest Control)
Sprague Pest Solutions · California · Posted Jul 3, 2026
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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: $26.00-$32.00/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, disabi…