Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation are responsible for applying chemical or biological solutions to control pests affecting vegetation. Their job description typically includes preparing and applying pesticides, herbicides, or fungicides, ensuring proper safety measures, maintaining equipment, identifying target pests, following application regulations, and keeping records of treatments applied. They may work in various settings like farms, forests, or urban areas.
This income data is sourced from the May 2023 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey. The dataset is updated annually.
Annual Pay Distribution | Salary |
|---|---|
10th percentile | $43,910.00 |
25th percentile | $49,090.00 |
median (50th percentile) | $57,440.00 |
75th percentile | $69,160.00 |
90th percentile | $81,630.00 |
Hourly Pay Distribution | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|
10th percentile | $21.11 |
25th percentile | $23.60 |
median (50th percentile) | $27.61 |
75th percentile | $33.25 |
90th percentile | $39.25 |
Educational requirements for Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation vary, usually necessitating a high school diploma or equivalent. While no formal post-secondary education is typically mandated, some positions may require additional certifications or licenses depending on the specific responsibilities involved. Training for this role commonly includes on-the-job instruction provided by experienced workers or supervisors, covering aspects such as handling pesticides safely, understanding regulations and guidelines, proper application techniques, equipment operation, environmental protection measures, and emergency procedures. Additionally, individuals may undergo specific pesticide applicator certification programs to enhance their knowledge and skills in the field.