Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation does

You mix, apply, and handle pesticides to control weeds, insects, and diseases on plants and vegetation in outdoor settings. This work requires following safety protocols and often involves operating spraying equipment.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a high school diploma. No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning.

Estimated cost of that path: No degree cost. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

Related careers

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