843411 Pest Control Technician

Skill level 4 AU · No shortage

Also known as Pest Controller, Pest Management Technician.

What this occupation involves

Applies pest management techniques to manage and control animal and invertebrate pests inside and outside domestic, commercial and industrial premises. Registration or licensing may be required.

  • inspecting buildings and outside areas to detect signs of infestation
  • determining type of treatment required and providing clients with estimates of costs
  • preparing and spraying chemicals on infested areas using mechanical and electric sprayers to kill pests
  • fumigating houses and other buildings
  • laying baits, and placing and setting traps to capture and remove animals, such as rats and mice
  • installing animal control barriers such as needle strips, netting and other devices to keep animals off property

Labour market — Australia

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia. New Zealand does not publish per-occupation shortage ratings or projections.

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SA
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VIC
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WA
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