Overview

The Shield Co. Management / EcoShield Pest Solutions is one of the fastest-growing pest control companies in the country! Our mission is to create the world’s happiest family, and our purpose is to spread happiness. We do this by delivering exceptional experiences to our customers, employees, partners, and communities—treating everyone like family. 

We are currently looking to hire a Branch Sales Professional (BSP) to join our team. The ideal candidate will be professional, motivated, and dedicated to achieving success for both the company and our customers. We seek individuals who are service-oriented, capable of creating tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of each client, and skilled at building lasting customer relationships. This position is on-site and reports to our Buffalo Grove, IL branch. 

Responsibilities: 

• Sell additional services and/or general pest control protection to customers through warm leads, cold-calls and onsite visits to residences and businesses.
• Conduct inspections to identify infestations, or conditions conducive to infestations, of wood destroying organisms and/or insects or other vertebrate pests, to make proposals and presentations to obtain sales contracts.
• Cover sales leads in assigned branch and/or territory and develop multiple additional service and/or pest control sales leads creatively for each respective lead furnished.
• Prepare appropriate job specifications and treating instructions in accordance with existing laws, regulations, and company policy.
• Regularly operate and maintain a company vehicle while keeping the vehicle and other equipment in clean and working order, while adhering to the company Vehicle Policy. 

Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma or GED
• 6+ months of related experience or training in sales and dealing with the public
• Must be 21 years of age or older and possess a valid driver’s license, as driving a company vehicle is an essential function of this role.  Driving record must meet the company’s insurance standards. 
• Must be able to walk, stand, bend, kneel, crouch, and crawl to access tight spaces like basements, attics, crawls space and other tight spaces.
• Earn and maintain state-required training and pest control licensing if applicable (provided). 

Pay and Benefits 

EcoShield is proud to offer competitive pay and full benefits! 

• Weekly Pay – get paid every Friday!
• This position offers an hourly base pay of $16.60/hr plus commission, with most team members earning between $60,000-90,000+ with additional compensation opportunities. Please note that actual earnings beyond base pay will vary, based on sales, and the estimated range is not a guarantee of wages. 
• Paid sick and vacation time along with 10 company-paid holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, including a Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage, plus voluntary life insurance.
• 401(k) with a competitive match: 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2%.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted pest control services for employees and their friends/family. 

Physical Demands and Working Requirements  

The physical demands and working conditions outlined here are typical requirements for an employee to effectively carry out the essential duties of this job. 

Reasonable accommodations may be provided to assist individuals with disabilities in performing these essential functions. 

• Capable of regularly lifting up to 50 pounds, with occasional heavier lifting
• Requires clear vision for both close and distant tasks, with adjustable focus
• Must be able to stand for long periods, perform physical tasks, and manage repetitive motions
• Exposure to pesticides, chemicals, pests, mold, allergens, and structural hazards; safety gear required.
• Moderate noise level in the work environment
• Potential exposure to pests, mold, allergens, and structural hazards; safety gear required  

The above statements are meant to outline the general nature and scope of work performed by employees in this role. They should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. 

EEO Statement: The Shield Co. Management, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We make employment decisions based on merit and business needs, without discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. 

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): The Shield Co. Management, LLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during both the hiring process and throughout employment, in accordance with applicable laws.