Pest Control Workers
SOC Code: 37-2021 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Apply or release chemical solutions or toxic gases and set traps to kill or remove pests and vermin that infest buildings and surrounding areas.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Pest Control Workers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $42,390 | $50,918 | $59,467 | $67,995 |
| Fairbanks-College, AK | $36,795 | $45,885 | $54,974 | $64,064 |
| Alaska nonmetropolitan area | $36,795 | $45,885 | $54,974 | $64,064 |
| Anchorage, AK | $36,733 | $45,614 | $54,496 | $63,378 |
| Bismarck, ND | $40,290 | $47,507 | $54,704 | $61,922 |
| Boulder, CO | $40,061 | $47,278 | $54,496 | $61,714 |
| Greeley, CO | $39,936 | $47,154 | $54,371 | $61,589 |
| Pueblo, CO | $41,184 | $47,986 | $54,766 | $61,568 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $40,061 | $47,174 | $54,288 | $61,402 |
| Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $35,318 | $43,992 | $52,686 | $61,360 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | 3.8 | |
| Active Listening | 3.8 | |
| Monitoring | 3.6 | |
| Speaking | 3.6 | |
| Writing | 3.6 | |
| Time Management | 3.5 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.4 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.2 | |
| Service Orientation | 3.2 | |
| Active Learning | 3.1 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.8 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.1 |
| English Language | 3.1 |
| Chemistry | 3.0 |
| Biology | 2.9 |
| Law and Government | 2.9 |
| Sales and Marketing | 2.9 |
| Mechanical | 2.6 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 90.2% |
| Some college | 8.8% |
Typical Tasks
- Record work activities performed.
- Inspect premises to identify infestation source and extent of damage to property, wall, or roof porosity and access to infested locations.
- Spray or dust chemical solutions, powders, or gases into rooms, onto clothing, furnishings, or wood, or over marshlands, ditches, or catch basins.
- Clean work site after completion of job.
- Direct, or assist other workers in, treatment or extermination processes to eliminate or control rodents, insects, or weeds.
- Drive truck equipped with power spraying equipment.
- Study preliminary reports or diagrams of infested area and determine treatment type required to eliminate and prevent recurrence of infestation.
- Recommend treatment and prevention methods for pest problems to clients.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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