Service Manager Trainee: Lead, Train, Grow

Socket.dev; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with gas card

Bonus opportunities up to 25% of base

iPhone and iPad with sales software

Medical, dental, vision, maternity, &

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee discounts & scholarships

Industry-leading training

Job summary

Orkin is seeking a Service Manager to lead a high‑performing service operation, train and motivate a team, and deliver top‑notch pest control service to customers.

This role blends technical know‑how with strong leadership, empathy, and integrity, offering growth, a company vehicle, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to contribute to the community.

No industry experience required for training; Orkin’s award‑winning program supports your career path in a recession‑resistant field.

Qualifications

• Sales experience preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to obtain the appropriate pesticide license/certification if required (company paid)
• Ability to work in the field independently and interact with our great clients

Responsibilities

• Lead an entire service operation upon completion of paid training
• Motivate the service team to consistently provide the world’s best service, prioritizing safety
• Conduct yourself with the utmost professionalism and integrity with customers and coworkers
• Assist with recruiting top talent on the service team
• Train and develop Orkin Pros through hands‑on management
• Lead training meetings
• Oversee our Orkin Pro Ride‑A‑Long program
• Ensure customer expectations are met or exceeded through inspections, proposed course of action, and delivery of outstanding empathetic customer service every time
• Champion innovation by supporting the team in adopting new products, services and technology
• Monitor scheduling, routing and inventory to drive efficiencies and productivity

Skills

Sales experience

Leadership

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sales software

Job description

Orkin is seeking a Service Manager to lead a high‑performing service operation, train and motivate a team, and deliver top‑notch pest control service to customers.

This role blends technical know‑how with strong leadership, empathy, and integrity, offering growth, a company vehicle, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to contribute to the community.

No industry experience required for training; Orkin’s award‑winning program supports your career path in a recession‑resistant field.