Pesticides Applicator

Code: 37-3012.00

Also known as: Chemical Applicator, Integrated Pest Management Technician (IPM Technician), Lawn Specialist, Lawn Technician, Licensed Pesticide Applicator, Pest Control Technician, Pesticide Applicator, Spray Applicator, Spray Technician, Tree and Shrub Technician

Description: Mix or apply pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides through sprays, dusts, vapors, soil incorporation, or chemical application on trees, shrubs, lawns, or botanical crops. Usually requires specific training and State or Federal certification.

Pesticides Applicator

Typical wages


10% $25,590
25% $30,440
Median $36,630
75% $43,560
90% $56,030
10% $12.3
25% $14.64
Median $17.61
75% $20.94
90% $26.94

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
38,100
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
41,200
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 5,000