Service Manager - Pest Control
Aruza Pest Control · Smithfield, NC · 2 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Team Management
- Supervise and lead a team of field technicians, including termite and moisture remediation specialists.
- Assign tasks, provide guidance, and ensure the team adheres to company protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements for general pest control, termite treatments, and moisture control services.
Field Operations Oversight
- Manage and monitor daily field activities, ensuring pest control, termite, and moisture remediation services are delivered efficiently, safely, and in compliance with industry regulations and company policies
- Oversee scheduling and workflow for inspections, treatments, moisture barrier installations, vapor barrier replacements, dehumidifier installations, and related structural remediation.
Quality Assurance
- Conduct regular inspections of pest control, termite, and moisture remediation work performed by technicians to maintain high service standards.
- Verify that treatments meet manufacturer specifications, warranty requirements, and state guidelines.
Customer Interaction
- Handle customer interactions on-site, addressing concerns, explaining termite and moisture control solutions, and ensuring satisfaction.
- Resolve escalated service issues, including warranty claims or follow-up treatments.
Training and Development
- Train and mentor field technicians on pest control, termite treatment methods (e.g., liquid, bait systems), moisture remediation practices, safety procedures, equipment usage, and customer service skills.
- Provide ongoing training to keep the team current on industry best practices, inspection techniques, and regulatory updates.
Inventory and Equipment Management
- Manage inventory levels of pesticides, termiticides, moisture remediation materials (e.g., vapor barriers, dehumidifiers), tools, and equipment.
- Ensure technicians have the necessary resources and coordinate maintenance and calibration of termite and moisture control equipment.
Health and Safety Compliance
- Enforce safety protocols, including confined-space entry and handling of moisture remediation equipment.
- Conduct safety audits and promote a strong culture of safety across pest control and remediation operations.
Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain accurate records of pest, termite, and moisture remediation services, inspections, and follow-ups.
- Prepare performance, quality control, and compliance reports for management review.
Problem-Solving and Troubleshooting
- Address technical and operational challenges in pest control, termite treatments, and moisture remediation.
- Support technicians in resolving complex issues such as persistent infestations, structural moisture damage, or inaccessible treatment areas.
Regulatory Adherence
- Stay updated on evolving pest control, termite, and moisture remediation regulations, treatment methods, and industry best practices.
- Ensure all field operations comply with local, state, and federal laws.
Qualifications
- Minimum of three years of pest control service experience, with strong knowledge of termite treatment methods and moisture remediation practices preferred.
- Prior supervisory or operations management experience with a results-driven company.
- Proven leadership capabilities.
- State Certified Applicator license or ability to obtain one, with endorsements covering termite work.
- Knowledge of building construction and crawlspace moisture control systems is a plus.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to lead teams effectively.
- Commitment to learning and sharing knowledge with others.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and customer-focused.
Physical and Work Environment Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds for handling products, materials, and equipment.
- Must be able to drive a company vehicle for branch operations, inspections, and site reviews.
- Ability to work in confined spaces such as crawl spaces and attics, sometimes in high heat, humidity, or other challenging environmental conditions.
- Capable of kneeling, crouching, crawling, and climbing ladders as required for inspections and moisture remediation work.
- Comfortable with potential exposure to dust, insulation, pests, and low-clearance areas during inspections.