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Customer Service Representative

TruGreen · Woodridge, IL · $30,436–$63,002 a year · Full time

Posted May 26, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you turned around a frustrated customer on the phone.

What they are checking: Whether they can calm upset callers and solve the problem behind the frustration.

How do you handle a high volume of calls in the spring rush?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep quality and patience up when the phones don't stop.

Tell me about a goal you hit in a past job that you were proud of.

What they are checking: Whether they are motivated by results in a role that values sales and service.

What does good customer service mean to you?

What they are checking: Whether their idea of service matches solving problems, not just being polite.

What would you do

A customer calls saying weeds came back a week after their treatment. What do you say?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain lawn care timing honestly and schedule a fix when needed.

How would you suggest an extra service to a customer who called about something else?

What they are checking: Whether they can upsell naturally by connecting to the customer's goals.

A customer wants to cancel their plan. How do you handle the call?

What they are checking: Whether they try to understand and save the customer while still respecting their decision.

What would you do if you didn't know the answer to a customer's lawn question?

What they are checking: Whether they find the right answer instead of guessing about lawn science.

A customer is angry that a technician didn't close their gate. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they apologize, document it and follow up so it doesn't happen again.

About the work

How do you stay accurate entering account notes while you're still on the phone?

What they are checking: Whether they keep clean records that help technicians and other reps.

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The full job description

As published by TruGreen.

100791 1030 International Parkway, Woodridge, Illinois 60517 TruGreen accepts applications on an ongoing basis. Job Description Every TruGreen associate is committed to quality. We all have an important role to play in the success of our company. There is no job too small or too great that doesn’t equally impact our future. We know there is no business without the people behind our brand that make it – and our services – a reality. You play a critical role in contributing to a high-performing team. At TruGreen, we are committed to our customers, our teams, our values and the science of lawn care. A career with TruGreen is a career full of new opportunities to learn and take pride in your work. #BeTruGreen and find yourself with a satisfying and rewarding career. What’s In it for YOU! • Awesome teammates who are dedicated to our values, customers, lawn science and YOU! • Competitive wages • Opportunities to grow your career • Affordable medical and prescription drug plans • Financial health resources, including 401k • Training & Development • Paid Time Off/Sick Leave Your Responsibilities You are responsible for delivering superior customer support throughout the day by answering customer calls and problem-solving to help customers continue to live life outside. You can build sales experience by upselling additional services to customers who are looking to enhance their outdoor living space. Job Requirements • High standards for excellence, integrity and customer service • Excellent customer service skills • Ability to resolve conflict in a professional and decisive manner • Foundational sales skills to upsell products and services to meet customer needs • Written and verbal communication skills for professional business interactions • Proficient computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) • Familiarity with social media applications (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) • Ability to learn and apply general knowledge of the company, products and services • Ability to read, comprehend and adhere to instructions, processes and procedures • Keen attention to detail • Mathematical skills to calculate (add, subtract, multiply, and divide) in all units of measure, using whole numbers and decimals to determine rate, ratio, and percent • Good organizational and time management skills, including punctuality for on-time attendance • Ability to work independently under general supervision and collaboratively as part of a team • Ability to talk and type simultaneously when interacting with customers • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or up to one-year related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience • Associate degree from a two-year college or technical school preferred As America’s number one lawn care company, TruGreen® is dedicated to using our science-based expertise and local experience to create beautiful, healthy properties across the nation. Through our lawn, tree & shrub, and pest control services, we help improve the health and beauty of outdoor spaces everywhere, so people can Live Life Outside . Ability to speak, read and write fluently in English is required. You MUST BE physically located in the United States while performing this job. TruGreen is proud to affirm our commitment to hiring veterans. We recognize and appreciate the exceptional skills, dedication, and leadership that veterans bring to the workforce. By fostering an inclusive and diverse environment, we aim to leverage the unique experiences of veterans, creating a richer, more dynamic workplace. Pay Ranges $30,436.00 - $63,002.00 This range is based on the qualifications necessary for the position, including experience, training, and other considerations permitted by law. Factors that may be used when making an offer may include a candidate’s skills, experience, and geographic location, the expected quality and quantity of work, and internal pay alignment, as needed. Most candidates will start in the bottom half of the pay range. The upper end of the range will generally be reserved for candidates with extensive experience. An employee’s pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. In addition to monetary compensation, we offer benefits, including Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and Company-matching 401(k) in addition to other programs and perks. TruGreen is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. We encourage diverse candidates to apply to this position. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. To learn more, please visit EEOC/EEO | TruGreen (trugreenjobs.com ). California Residents: When you express interest in or apply for a job with TruGreen Limited Partnership, we collect personal information about you, potentially including personal identifiers, contact information, protected classifications, pre-hire information, professional or employment-related information, education history, and/or medical information, for the following business purposes: to comply with state and federal law and regulations requiring employers to maintain certain records; to evaluate your job application and candidacy for employment; and to obtain and verify background checks (including criminal and motor vehicle records), pre-employment drug testing, and references. Massachusetts Residents: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. TruGreen performs pre-employment testing. 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