Pest control technician (repair & installation)
Description
Pest control technicians identify and eliminate pests from homes and businesses. The work involves inspecting for pests, identifying infestations, applying treatments safely, advising customers on prevention, and managing the safe, effective control of insects, rodents, and other pests.
They work for pest control companies. The role suits practical, knowledgeable, customer-friendly people who can identify and treat pest problems effectively and safely, handle chemicals responsibly, advise and reassure customers, and combine the technical knowledge of pests and treatments with the people skills and care that working in customers' homes and premises requires.
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Career path
Labor statistics estimates from 2023–2033