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Michael Murphy

Syracuse

Summary

Operations Manager with over a decade at Rentokil Terminix, excelling in team development and client retention. Proven ability to drive business growth through strategic decision-making and strong leadership. Certified in multiple pest control categories, I foster a collaborative culture while ensuring compliance and safety standards are met. I'm looking forward to my next professional steps here and believe I am a good fit for the open position.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Rentokil Terminix
2022.01 - Current

Leading the pest control field teams, focusing on service delivery, client satisfaction, and financial targets by managing daily operations, training staff, optimizing routes, handling budgets, ensuring safety, and driving business growth through strong client & sales relationships, ensuring compliance and quality. Key duties involve staff development, performance monitoring, client retention, financial management, logistical oversight (scheduling, fleet), and upholding safety and service standards.

Operations Support Specialist

Rentokil Terminix
2020.02 - 2021.01
  • Collaborated with operations team to provide excellent customer service and foster positive work environment.
  • Team building with support of management in creating cultural changes.
  • Complied with systems procedures, business processes, and company policies to promote workplace safety and quality.
  • Prevented and minimized application and recording errors by analyzing trends service reports, job sites and implementing feedback from managers.
  • Many of the duties performed were that of an Operations Manager as a precursor to that positions.

Service Technician

Rentokil Terminix
2016.05 - 2020.02
  • Inspection & Identification: Thoroughly examine homes and businesses to find pest entry points, signs of infestation, and the specific pest type.
  • Treatment Application: Apply pesticides, install traps, and use other methods to eliminate pests.
  • Customer Education: Advise clients on preventative measures and best practices for a pest-free environment, building strong relationships.
  • Service Delivery: Manage a route, visiting multiple clients daily, and ensuring services are provided efficiently.
  • Equipment Management: Maintain, stock, and ensure all pest control tools and vehicles are in good working order.
  • Follow all local, state, and federal safety regulations for chemical use and handling.
  • Operate a company vehicle safely.
  • Document service details and report findings.

Education

High School Diploma -

Phoenix Central Schools
Phoenix, NY

Introduction To Urban And Industrial IPM -

Indiana University, Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
2017-08

Skills

I have a very strong background with the ability to make good decisions in a timely manor I spent 6 years as an EMT and additional time as a fire chief In doing this I have fine tuned my leadership skills working with others, team development, and the ability to make decisions that effect others

I have spent over a decade of work here with Rentokil In such times I have performed the duties of Pest Control Technician, Operations SUpport Supervisor and am currently in the role of Operations Manager

While an Operations Manager I have been working tirelessly to create a good team culture, where we work together on all levels and support each other We have come a long way from where we started and I'm excited to play my part in driving growth and not becoming stagnant

I've obtained countless certifications and a very wide knowledge base during my employment

I'm certified in 6 different categories with the DEC and have a good close working relationship with them

I look forward to my professional growth within Rentokil Terminix This office needs a leader figure, someone who is there for all the operations, sales and specialists team Making good proactive decisions instead of continual reactive decisions

Timeline

Operations Manager

Rentokil Terminix
2022.01 - Current

Operations Support Specialist

Rentokil Terminix
2020.02 - 2021.01

Service Technician

Rentokil Terminix
2016.05 - 2020.02

High School Diploma -

Phoenix Central Schools

Introduction To Urban And Industrial IPM -

Indiana University, Purdue University Indianapolis
Michael Murphy