Also called: Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator, Animal Removal Technician
Humanely removes raccoons, bats, snakes, and other wild animals from homes and businesses.
Climbs into an attic to remove a family of raccoons, installs a one-way door so bats can leave a church but not return, and catches a snake in someone's garage.
Estimate; owners of their own companies can earn more.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. High school diploma plus a state wildlife control permit.
Ways in: On-the-job training, Certification. Training cost: Under $15k.
Growing about average. Steady.
Low risk for 10 years. Smart traps and cameras help, but getting bats out of attics and snakes out of garages stays physical, unpredictable work.
Age 18+. One way to start: Apply to wildlife removal companies; many hire helpers and help you get the state permit First: State nuisance wildlife control permit or exam in many states
Classes: Biology, Agriscience (FFA), Construction CTE, Business or entrepreneurship.
Official data: O*NET occupation 37-2021.
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