Pest Control Department Manager at Ryan Lawn & Tree Inc

Description

Ryan Lawn & Tree has been recognized as one of the top three lawn and landscape companies in the U.S. We are experiencing rapid growth and are making a significant investment to expand our Pest Control division. If you are a passionate leader in pest control and the green industry, with a drive to build a premier department, we encourage you to apply.

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated individual to lead and grow our Pest Control Department in the Kansas City Metro area. As the Pest Control Department Manager, you will be a key leader, fully responsible for the quality, production, growth, and personnel development of your team and the clients they serve.

This is a hands-on leadership role that requires you to plan, manage, and assist in the daily field operations while strategically building the department’s future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive overall department growth by overseeing all sales, production, and training initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate strategic long-term and short-term department goals.
• Collaborate closely with leaders across the company to ensure cohesive operations and strategy.
• Stay informed about industry trends and represent Ryan Lawn & Tree professionally at all times.
• Manage department and RYAN financials, including constructing detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual budget plans.
• Maintain and exceed high levels of operational productivity and quality.
• Oversee inventory management and cost control.
• Ensure the team effectively plans and completes all Pest Applications on time and according to RLT policies.
• Recruit, interview, and onboard new associates.
• Monitor, evaluate, and coach employee performance to foster a productive, high-performance work environment.
• Ensure transparent and effective communication within the department and across the organization.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in the green industry, with experience in Pest Control operations and management.
• A college degree is preferred.
• Proven track record of successful project and budget management.
• Highly results-driven, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong business acumen.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Competency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and web-based training/reporting platforms.

Why Join the RYAN Team?

Ryan is a proven industry leader renowned for high-quality service and a commitment to its people. Our sustained growth provides ample advancement opportunities for excelling employees.

We offer full-time, year-round employment with competitive compensation and growth potential, along with an outstanding benefits package:

• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – a true stake in the company’s success!
• 401k with generous company match.
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 17 Days Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 11 Paid Holidays.

Ryan Lawn & Tree is an EEOC and non-smoking company.