Service Manager – MonmouthOceanMercer, NJ
Freehold, NJ - USA
Job Summary
At Viking Pest Control we do more than eliminate pests - we protect homes businesses and the people inside them. As one of the leading pest management companies on the East Coast Viking is built on innovation service excellence and a commitment to developing great people.
We are currently seeking a driven hands-on Service Manager to lead and support our team of Pest Control Technicians in the field. This is a key leadership role responsible for technician development route performance customer satisfaction branch compliance and overall service quality.
If you are a strong coach a natural problem solver and a pest management professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment we want to hear from you.
If You Are...
- A motivated leader who enjoys developing and mentoring field employees
- Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and operational excellence
- Skilled at troubleshooting pest issues technician challenges and customer concerns
- Organized proactive and able to balance multiple priorities throughout the day
- Comfortable holding employees accountable while also providing guidance and support
- Looking for an opportunity to grow your leadership career with a stable and growing organization
What Youll Do...
- Lead coach and support a team of Pest Control Technicians in both residential and commercial service
- Provide daily field support including troubleshooting pest issues product usage questions route concerns and problem accounts
- Conduct regular one-on-one check-ins with technicians to review performance productivity and customer service
- Perform monthly ride-a-longs with each technician to provide coaching quality control and hands-on development
- Review and adjust technician routes to improve efficiency productivity and customer satisfaction
- Identify training opportunities and deliver ad hoc field training on pest identification treatment methods and service best practices
- Teach technicians how to identify and capture sales opportunities including recurring service plans and add-on services
- Lead branch huddle meetings to communicate updates expectations and branch initiatives
- Perform quality assurance checks and review technician log reports for accuracy and compliance
- Troubleshoot difficult customer situations and complex pest management concerns
- Oversee large commercial set-up and intensive service work as needed
- Review technician activity routing efficiency time-off requests and weekly timesheets
- Inspect vehicles equipment and service tools to ensure proper maintenance and safety compliance
- Interview and evaluate applicants for Pest Control Technician openings
- Recommend top performers for licensing advancement promotions and stretch assignments
- Ensure branch adherence to company policies state regulations and pest control safety standards
What We Need From You...
- Pest control licenses 7A 7B & 13
- 2 years of pest control experience required OR
- 4-year degree with 3 years of management experience and at least 1 year of pest control experience
- Strong working knowledge of pest control treatments services regulations and safety procedures
- Knowledge of common household and commercial pests including insects and rodents
- Experience coaching developing and managing field employees
- Proficiency with PestPac handheld devices and Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Ability to work outdoors in a variety of environmental and seasonal conditions
- Flexibility to work between 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM with extended hours during peak season (April-September)
- Appropriate state licensing for all branch-based services
What We Offer...
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive medical dental and vision benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Company vehicle and tools provided
- Ongoing leadership development and professional growth opportunities
- Career advancement within a growing organization
- Supportive team environment with a people-first culture
- The opportunity to make a direct impact on branch performance and technician success
Why Viking Pest Control
At Viking our leaders are not just managers - they are mentors coaches and problem-solvers who help our teams succeed every day. We invest in our employees provide room for advancement and empower our leaders to make meaningful operational impact.
Join a company where your knowledge leadership and commitment to excellence will be valued.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Local exterminator and pest control services near you in NJ, PA, MD, & DE for residential & commercial properties for ant, termite, mosquito, bed bug, mice, or rat control.