Route Technician

Plunkett's Pest Control; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability

Short-term disability

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Sick time

Job summary

Plunkett's Pest Control is hiring a full-time entry-level Route Technician to provide top-notch pest control service and achieve sales goals. The role involves selling services, driving a company vehicle from your home to client sites, and building route density within the assigned territory.

You will support clients ranging from restaurants to warehouses and homes, using your charisma and sales skills to grow the business while delivering trusted service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Physical ability to perform inspection, treatment, and related service duties.
• Ability to pass a drug test and background check.
• Minimum of 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Sell pest control services and build route density within the assigned territory.
• Drive a company vehicle from home to client locations to provide pest control service.
• Support clients and the community by solving pest issues and building relationships.
• Manage time and routes, working independently to meet sales and service goals.

Skills

Sales skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov. For more information, please see https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/8473969. Route Technician at Plunkett's Pest Control in Decatur, IL, seeks to hire a full‑time entry‑level Route Technician to provide top‑notch pest control service to our clients and achieve sales goals.

The typical schedule is Monday‑Friday, but some routes require weekends. We allow Route Technicians to schedule their routes. It is very much like owning your own company, but with the support and benefits of a larger organization.

We pay a competitive wage plus a $1,200 retention bonus! We also offer health, dental, vision, long and short‑term disability, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid vacation and sick time, and a company truck.

About Plunkett's Pest Control

Plunkett's is a 3rd generation family‑owned business established in 1915, celebrating over 100 years of continued growth! Our commercial and residential clients depend on us for one‑time service for an existing pest problem and regularly scheduled pest control programs. We would not be successful without our team! That is why we believe in promoting from within and offer competitive wages and rewards, fantastic benefits, a company‑sponsored retirement program, continuous training, and career development. We care about each other and are fiercely loyal, creating an awesome, team‑oriented work environment.

A Day in the Life of a Route Technician

Your charisma and excellent sales skills are essential as you sell our services and build route density within your assigned territory. Working from your home, you will drive a company vehicle to client locations to provide exceptional pest control service. You will support your clients and the community by helping to solve pest issues and building relationships. Your clients include a variety of businesses such as restaurants, food plants, warehouses, and office buildings, as well as residential homes. Not only are you recognized as a hero to our customers as you save them from pesky intruders, but you also create lifelong relationships.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Physical ability to perform inspection, treatment, and related service duties
• Ability to pass a drug test and background check
• Minimum of 18 years old

Do you present yourself professionally? Are you friendly and courteous? Are you sales savvy? Do you enjoy working independently? Can you organize your time and responsibilities effectively? If so, you may be perfect for this entry‑level position! Apply now with our initial 3‑minute, mobile‑friendly application!

Plunkett's is an equal opportunity employer and committed to hiring and retaining a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Protected Vets/Disabilities/LGBT

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website. https://www.applicantpro.com/j/1939712-529086