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Pest Control Workers in The United States

(Encargados del control de plagas)

Pest Control Workers -- Spray or release chemical solutions or toxic gases and set traps to kill pests and vermin, such as mice, termites, and roaches, that infest buildings and surrounding areas.

SOC (Standard Occupational Classification)37-2021.00
Career InterestsRC
Minimum education required(High school)
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum work experience required(None)
None
Job training required(Mod OJT)
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Growth Outlook (projected percentage growth in jobs per year from 2018-2028)0.7 (low growth)
Current number of workers in USA (2018)84,500
Projected number of workers in USA (2028)90,400
Average Annual Openings in USA (2018-2028)12,600
 
Average entry-level annual salary in USA (2019)$24,920
Average annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$39,910
Average experienced-worker annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$60,320
Career ClusterAgriculture, Food and Natural Resources
(Agricultura, alimento y recursos naturales)
Major Occupational GroupBuilding and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance

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