Service Manager
About the Role
American Pest is looking for an experienced pest control professional ready to take the next step as a Service Manager. Whether you're already leading technicians or you're a seasoned tech who's become the person others turn to for answers, this is an opportunity to coach a team, solve problems, raise the bar, and help great technicians become even better. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences because different perspectives make our teams — and our company — stronger.
What You'll Do
As a Service Manager with American Pest, you will lead and support a team of 8–12 technicians who serve both residential and commercial customers. Your role is to ensure your team operates safely, consistently, and in accordance with the high standards our customers expect.
- Oversee day-to-day field operations
- Provide ongoing coaching and development for technicians
- Ensure service quality and customer experience remain strong across your routes
- Occasionally assist with evaluating new customer needs and recommending effective pest management solutions
- Ensure service activities are properly documented and that required reports and operational records are completed accurately and on time
Who You Are
To be a successful Service Manager with American Pest, you'll have a minimum of 3 years in the pest control industry. You'll also have:
- Current state issued pest control registrations, licenses, and certifications
- A firm understanding of customer service and de-escalation
- The ability to hold the team accountable through daily check-ins, goal setting, performance management, etc.
- The ability to safely move about customer locations, ascend/descend stairs and ladders to service out of the way areas, and position yourself to conduct service under/around furniture, equipment, and tight spaces
- The ability to safely move items and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
- The ability to work outdoors in all regular seasonal weather conditions
- Technical proficiency with computers, smart phones, PestPac (preferred), etc.
- A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- The ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Solid attention to detail
- Legal eligibility to work in the U.S.
- Availability to work a flexible schedule (typical hours range between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. with occasional exceptions)
- Availability to work some weekends
- High school degree or equivalent
What You'll Get
We want to help our employees build not just a job, but a lasting career. At American Pest, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work/life balance.
Health and Well-being
- Blue Cross Blue Shield medical PPO options
- Delta Dental and Vision
- Prescription drug program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and childcare expenses
- Health Savings Plans (HSA) available with qualified plans
Financial Security
- Competitive hourly compensation with overtime above 40 hours
- 401(k) Savings Plans (Traditional & Roth)
- Life insurance and short-term disability 100% company paid (with options to buy up)
- Long-term disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurance options
Work/Life Balance
- Stable, year-round employment with opportunities for growth
- Paid training
- A take-home company vehicle for field positions
- Paid time off and eight paid holidays
- A peer-to-peer employee recognition program
- Opportunities for advancement
Who We Are
Founded in 1925, American Pest has built its reputation on consistency, professionalism, and doing right by our customers and employees for nearly a century. Based in Columbia, MD, we've grown steadily over time and now employ more than 425 people across the region. Our success isn't driven by shortcuts or quick wins, but by dependable people who take pride in their work and show up every day committed to doing things the right way.
American Pest is part of Anticimex, a global pest control organization focused on modern, responsible pest management. Together, we value long-term thinking, ethical practices, and continuous improvement. Our culture emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and reliability — and we invest in people who want to build a lasting career with a company that plans to be here for the long haul.