Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, & Applicators, Vegetation
Applicator, Chemical Applicator, Pesticide Applicator, Spray Technician (Spray Tech)
What they do:
Mix or apply pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides through sprays, dusts, vapors, soil incorporation, or chemical application on trees, shrubs, lawns, or crops. Usually requires specific training and state or federal certification.
On the job, you would:
- Fill sprayer tanks with water and chemicals, according to formulas.
- Record information about pesticide applications, such as the type used and amount applied.
- Mix pesticides, herbicides, or fungicides for application to trees, shrubs, lawns, or botanical crops.
Knowledge
Business
- customer service
- sales and marketing
Arts and Humanities
- English language
Math and Science
- chemistry
- biology
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
- manufacture and distribution of products
Skills
Basic Skills
- listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Abilities
Hand and Finger Use
- hold or move items with your hands
- keep your arm or hand steady
Verbal
- listen and understand what people say
- read and understand what is written
Personality
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Cautiousness
- Attention to Detail
- Dependability
- Integrity
Technology
You might use software like this on the job:
Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft Excel Hot Technology
Analytical or scientific software
- Rate calculation software
- Unit conversion software
Geographic information system
- Geographic information system GIS systems
Education
Education: (rated 1 of 4)
high school diploma/GED or
certificate after high school
usually needed
certificate after high school
usually needed
Job Outlook
Average
New job opportunities are likely in the future.
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