MEMPHIS, Tenn., Jan. 5, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Memphis-based ServiceMaster Co., one of the world's largest residential and commercial service companies and parent company to Terminix and TruGreen, announced intentions today to hire 150 new full-time positions in the Dallas area in the first quarter.
TruGreen, the nation's leading lawn care provider, is looking to hire 110 new employees to fill positions from inside sales and customer retention to sales management. These positions have a very competitive earning potential, where the more your produce the more you can earn. The company will be hosting a series of job fairs over the first quarter to fill these positions, the first of which will occur on January 18 at its contact center in Lewisville.
Terminix, a leading national pest and termite control provider, is also looking to fill 40 new positions in inside sales and collections at its Lewisville contact center. The billion-dollar company is using a hiring strategy that includes target outreach to highly engaged, sales focused college students and will offer successful candidates guaranteed full-time positions upon graduation and the opportunity to progress within the company.
"We are looking for sales oriented, customer-focused individuals with strong work ethics and a desire for a rewarding career opportunity with our businesses. This is a great opportunity for college business majors to earn and learn while they are in school – then continue their career with a ServiceMaster company after graduation," said Richard Hill, vice president of contact centers for Terminix and TruGreen. "While the unemployment rate is projected to rise in 2012, we are proud to stimulate the Dallas market with 150 new positions in the first quarter in several fields and areas of focus, each with strong earning potential."
Applicants are encouraged to go to the company's website at www.servicemaster.com and apply by brand, location or function. Full-time employees are eligible for a competitive benefits package which includes healthcare as well as 401(k) options.
Job Fair Details
| WHAT: | TruGreen is hosting a job fair at its Lewisville, Texas contact center. The company is looking to hire 110 full-time employees, who will be eligible for a competitive benefits package, which includes healthcare as well as 401(k) options. |
| At the job fair, applicants can meet hiring managers and additional TruGreen staff and learn more about the company. Interested applicants should arrive with valid identification and a resume. Dress is business casual. | |
| WHEN: | Wednesday, January 18 |
| WHERE: | TruGreen Contact Center |
| 1801 Lake Pointe | |
| Lewisville, TX 75057 | |
| MORE: | For more information about TruGreen, visit www.trugreen.com. |
About Terminix
Terminix, a division of The ServiceMaster Company, is the nation's largest pest control provider. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., Terminix services more than 3 million customers in 46 states and 14 countries. Terminix provides pest control and termite services as well as services for rodents and other pests that may pose a threat to human health and/or safety. To learn more about Terminix, visit www.Terminix.com.
About TruGreen
TruGreen is the nation's largest lawn care company, serving more than 2.5 million residential and commercial customers across the United States with lawn, tree and shrub care. As the industry leader, TruGreen continues to pioneer the development of new technology for lawn care and devotes substantial resources to evaluate new products and equipment. The company is committed to responsible lawn care, including offering and promoting the use of natural, organic services and sustainable practices. Today, there are approximately 250 TruGreen branches in the United States and Canada, including about 50 franchise locations. TruGreen is part of the ServiceMaster family of brands, one of the world's largest and most versatile service networks. Go to www.TruGreen.com or www.facebook.com/trugreenfor more information about TruGreen
About ServiceMaster
With a global network of more than 6,900 company-owned, franchise and licensed locations, Memphis-based ServiceMaster is one of the world's largest residential and commercial service networks. The company's high profile brands are TruGreen, Terminix, American Home Shield, ServiceMaster Clean, Merry Maids, Furniture Medic and AmeriSpec. Through approximately 24,000 corporate associates and a franchise network that independently employs over 31,000 additional people, the ServiceMaster family of brands serves more than 8.2 million customers every year. Our brands hold market-leading positions in residential and commercial lawn, tree and shrub care, termite and pest control, home warranties, furniture repair, home inspections, residential and commercial cleaning and disaster restoration. Go to www.servicemaster.com for more information about ServiceMaster or follow us at twitter.com/ServiceMaster or facebook.com/TheServiceMasterCo.
For More Information:
Heather Wilson
901-233-7226
Heather.Wilson@servicemaster.com
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