Also called: Vector Control Specialist
Controls mosquitoes, ticks, and rodents that spread disease in communities.
Drives to neighborhoods checking standing water for mosquito larvae, treats it, sets traps, and answers residents' calls.
Estimate; local government pay.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 1 year after high school. High school diploma plus state pesticide applicator certification.
Ways in: On-the-job training, Certification. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Majors to look at: Vector Control (certificate), Biology.
Growing about average (about 4% over 10 years). Estimate.
Low risk in 5 years, medium in 10. Drones now spray and survey some sites; checking yards, treating water and answering residents stay hands-on.
Age 18+. One way to start: Apply to your county mosquito or vector control district for seasonal field aide jobs (hiring in spring)
Classes: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental science.
Official data: O*NET occupation 37-2021.
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