Career Profile
Pest Control Workers
Pest control workers remove unwanted pests that infest buildings and surrounding areas.
General Information
Apply or release chemical solutions or toxic gases and set traps to kill or remove pests and vermin that infest buildings and surrounding areas.
Important Work Activities
- Getting Information
- Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
- Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
- Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
- Making Decisions and Solving Problems
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Pest Control Workers
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 68 openings per year are projected for Pest Control Workers.
Employment Change
Employment for Pest Control Workers is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 16.6% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $16.48/hour. Entry level workers are paid $13.38, while experienced workers are paid $19.13. The median wage is below average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 353 Pest Control Workers in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 403.
Top Employing Industries, Locally
The top industry employing Pest Control Workers is Services to Buildings and Dwellings.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Pest Control Workers include Customer and Personal Service, Public Safety and Security, and English Language.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Pest Control Workers is HS diploma or less. 0% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.