Route Manager/Technician

Menominee County Road Commission; Houghton (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Uniforms

Company truck and gas card

Cell phone

Positive work environment

Job summary

A+ Pest Management, a locally owned pest control company, is hiring a Route Manager/Technician to join their team in Houghton, Michigan, or surrounding areas of Baraga and Ontonagon Counties. No pest control experience?

No problem—training is provided and prior backgrounds in customer service or logistics are welcomed. This full-time position offers a compensation plan averaging $50,000–$60,000 annually, plus health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, uniforms, a company truck and gas

Qualifications

• Customer service or related experience welcomed.
• Willing to learn pest control fundamentals; training provided.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily pest control route and serve customers.
• Safely apply pest control products following training.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and logs.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Driver's license

Job description

A+ Pest Management, a locally owned and operated pest control company, is hiring a Route Manager/Technician to join their team in Houghton, Michigan, or any of the surrounding areas of Houghton, Baraga, or Ontonagon Counties. We're looking for someone personable, energetic, and customer-focused who enjoys helping people and solving problems. No pest control experience? No problem. People with backgrounds in customer service, construction account management, beverage route distribution, and hospitality have successfully transitioned into this career. We provide all the training you need to succeed.

If you're a dependable self-starter with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to doing right by your customers, we'd love to hear from you!

What We Offer

• Compensation plan averaging $50,000 - $60,000 annually (base pay + commission).
• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Company provided uniforms.
• Company truck and gas card.
• Cell phone.
• A positive work environment and team.

SCHEDULE/REGION

This is a full-time position generally working Monday-Friday 8am-5pm working mainly in Houghton, Baraga and Ontonagon counties of Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

What We Are Looking For

• A positive, friendly attitude with excellent customer service and communication skills.
• A dependable, self-motivated individual who takes pride in their work, follows through on responsibilities, and works well independently.
• Strong listening and problem-solving skills with a genuine interest in helping customers and building lasting relationships. We're problem solvers, not pushy salespeople.
• A willingness to learn new skills, grow professionally, and contribute to the success of the team. Training is provided.
• Previous pest control experience is helpful but not required. We're happy to train the right person.
• A valid driver's license and clean driving record is required.
• Ability to perform physical work, including walking, bending, crouching, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds repeatedly, working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, and safely handling pest control chemicals while using protective equipment.
• Ability to obtain Michigan Pesticide Applicator Certification within 30 days of hire. Training and learning materials are provided at no cost.

Are You Ready for a rewarding career helping others?