Pest Controller

Code: 37-2021.00

Also known as: Certified Pest Control Technician, Commercial Pest Control Technician, Exterminator, Pest Control Applicator, Pest Control Chemical Technician, Pest Control Operator, Pest Control Technician, Pest Technician, Residential Pest Control Technician, Termite Technician

Description: Apply or release chemical solutions or toxic gases and set traps to kill or remove pests and vermin that infest buildings and surrounding areas.

Pest Controller

Typical wages


10% $24,980
25% $30,450
Median $37,820
75% $48,570
90% $61,170
10% $12.01
25% $14.64
Median $18.18
75% $23.35
90% $29.41

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
87,600
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
95,000
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 12,100