Fumigators and other pest and weed controllers

Fumigators and other pest and weed controllers use chemicals to remove harmful insects, small animals, wild plants and other unwanted organisms to prevent damage to crops and to buildings and other structures and their surroundings and to prevent health risks.

Skill level: Semi-skilled

Review your Income

  • The majority of Fumigators and other pest and weed controllers earn a salary between USh183,503 and USh571,360 per month in 2024.
  • A monthly wage for entry-level Fumigators and other pest and weed controllers ranges from USh183,503 to USh433,287.
  • After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between USh170,343 and USh322,384 per month.

Duties and tasks

  • Operating and monitoring equipment for spraying pests and weeds
  • Mixing chemicals according to instructions
  • Covering areas to specified depths with pesticides, applying knowledge of weather conditions, droplet sizes, elevation-to-distance ratios, and obstructions
  • Spraying or releasing chemical solutions or toxic gases and setting traps to kill pests and vermin, such as mice, termites, and roaches
  • Lifting, pushing, and swinging nozzles, hoses, and tubes in order to direct spray over designated areas
  • Filling sprayer tanks with water and chemicals
  • Cleaning and servicing machinery to ensure operating efficiency

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