Career Profile Pest Control Workers Education HS diploma or less This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $34,300 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. Pest control workers remove unwanted pests that infest buildings and surrounding areas. General Information Apply or release chemical solutions or toxic gases and set traps to kill or remove pests and vermin that infest buildings and surrounding areas. Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Pest Control Workers Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 68 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 68 openings per year are projected for Pest Control Workers. +16.6% Employment Change Employment for Pest Control Workers is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 16.6% between 2023 and 2028. $16.48 Earnings Potential An average worker in this occupation is paid $16.48/hour. Entry level workers are paid $13.38, while experienced workers are paid $19.13. The median wage is below average regional wages across occupations. Local Employment Opportunities There are 353 Pest Control Workers in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 403. Top Employing Industries, Locally The top industry employing Pest Control Workers is Services to Buildings and Dwellings. Knowledge Areas The top most significant knowledge categories for Pest Control Workers include Customer and Personal Service, Public Safety and Security, and English Language. Educational Attainment Patterns The most common level of education for Pest Control Workers is HS diploma or less. 0% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
