What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outside Sales Professional position at Rocket Pest Control?
Outside Sales Professional
Rocket Pest Control is an out of this world company looking for the best people to help us be the trusted choice in pest control!
Our Mission is to protect customer’s homes, families and businesses by delivering safe, convenient and reliable pest control solutions. We are committed to customer service and growth while maintaining a culture that makes our employees proud to work at Rocket.
Our Position
Are you a consultative closer who loves getting out in the field, meeting homeowners face-to-face, and turning opportunities into long-term customer relationships? We’re hiring an Outside Sales Professional to own a designated territory—responding to leads, performing home and property inspections, building tailored proposals, and delivering value-driven solutions that help customers protect and improve their homes.
What You Will Do
- Manage a designated territory and execute a sales plan to generate, follow up on, and close new business.
- Conduct in-home / on-site evaluations (including crawlspaces and attics when needed) and build customized proposals based on customer needs.
- Present service offerings clearly and recommend comprehensive, value-driven solutions.
- Upsell existing customers on additional services while building trust and long-term relationships.
- Network in the community and participate in local/industry activities to expand your presence and pipeline.
- Stay current on contract terms, conditions, and competitive offerings; attend sales meetings and ongoing training.
- Maintain a clean, professional customer experience—protecting the home and leaving the work area in equal or better condition.
What We are Looking For
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience: Prior sales experience preferred (not required).
- Skills: Excellent communication and customer service; strong interpersonal skills; comfortable with basic math.
- Reliability & safety mindset: Able to maintain constant alertness and work safely and responsibly.
- Requirements: Valid driver’s license, at least 18 years old, able to work Saturdays, and able to meet screening requirements (background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record check).
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This role is performed primarily outdoors and in customer homes and may involve changing weather conditions and elevated noise levels. You must be able to safely use a ladder, lift 20 lbs. or more, and regularly perform activities such as walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and reaching. The position also requires the ability to work in confined spaces (including crawlspaces and attics) and to properly wear required PPE, including an OSHA-compliant respirator.
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary Commissions
8 Company-paid Holidays
Earn up to 10 Days of Paid-Time Off
Company-Paid Group Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Retirement Plans with Company match including 401k up to 5%
Employee Assistance Program
Job Type
Full-Time: Exempt
Work Week | Work Hours
Monday – Friday, occasional Saturdays | 8:00am – 5:00pm
Rocket Pest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please let our recruitment team know.
The wage range for this role considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Rocket Pest, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
Education
Required- High School or better
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