Pest technician vs exterminator

Differences between pest technician and exterminator duties and responsibilities

Pest technician example responsibilities.

• Apply exterior chemicals to manage and treat for insect and rodent infestations.
• Implement EPA approve pest management and effectively complete all necessary paperwork/invoices.
• Climb ladders and work in confine spaces.
• Home inspection and termite treatments within the guidelines of the EPA and other government agencies with the use of control chemicals.
• Implement IPM techniques using least environmentally invasive practices; apply commercial insecticides and herbicides when necessary.
• Develop IPM training modules, organize and coordinate in-house educational training activities and conduct multiple presentations at department meetings and seminars.
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Exterminator example responsibilities.

• Apply exterior chemicals to manage and treat for insect and rodent infestations.
• Control roaches, ants, rodents, birds, snakes, termites, etc.
• Remove wildlife including bats, birds, raccoon's, skunks, snakes, squirrels and other animals.
• Utilize the appropriate IPM method for each client ensuring they have the proper treatments need to resolve issues.
• Coordinate with supply personnel, maintenance contractors and customers/users to ensure satisfactory conduct of support.
• Kill pests and vermin such as mice, termites, and roaches.
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