[Core] [122% incumbents] Inspect premises to identify infestation source and extent of damage to property, wall, or roof porosity and access to infested locations.
  DWAs: Inspect buildings or grounds to determine condition.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Recommend treatment and prevention methods for pest problems to clients.
  DWAs: Recommend products or services to customers.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Clean work site after completion of job.
  DWAs: Clean facilities or sites.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Drive truck equipped with power spraying equipment.
  DWAs: Drive trucks or other vehicles to or at work sites.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Measure area dimensions requiring treatment, calculate fumigant requirements, and estimate cost for service.
  DWAs: Estimate maintenance service requirements or costs.

[Core] [122% incumbents] Study preliminary reports or diagrams of infested area and determine treatment type required to eliminate and prevent recurrence of infestation.
  DWAs: Evaluate reports or designs to determine work needs.

[Supplemental] [122% incumbents] Set mechanical traps, or place poisonous paste or bait in sewers, burrows, or ditches.
  DWAs: Treat facilities to eliminate pests.

[Supplemental] [122% incumbents] Cut or bore openings in building or surrounding concrete, access infested areas, insert nozzle, and inject pesticide to impregnate ground.
  DWAs: Treat facilities to eliminate pests.

[Supplemental] [122% incumbents] Clean and remove blockages from infested areas to facilitate spraying procedures and provide drainage, using brooms, mops, shovels, or rakes.
  DWAs: Treat facilities to eliminate pests.

[Core] [121% incumbents] Record work activities performed.
  DWAs: Document work hours or activities.

[Supplemental] [121% incumbents] Post warning signs and lock building doors to secure area to be fumigated.
  DWAs: Block physical access to restricted areas. | Notify others of emergencies, problems, or hazards.

[Core] [120% incumbents] Spray or dust chemical solutions, powders, or gases into rooms, onto clothing, furnishings, or wood, or over marshlands, ditches, or catch basins.
  DWAs: Treat greenery or surfaces with protective substances.

[Core] [120% incumbents] Direct, or assist other workers in, treatment or extermination processes to eliminate or control rodents, insects, or weeds.
  DWAs: Supervise maintenance workers.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.75 lvl:3.00) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.75 lvl:3.38) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Writing (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Speaking (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Monitoring (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Learning (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:3.82 lvl:4.30) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.11 lvl:2.89) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  English Language (imp:3.08 lvl:2.29) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Chemistry (imp:2.96 lvl:3.08) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Biology (imp:2.94 lvl:3.02) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Law and Government (imp:2.89 lvl:2.25) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.87 lvl:2.78) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Mechanical (imp:2.62 lvl:2.39) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Mathematics (imp:2.55 lvl:2.39) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Administration and Management (imp:2.43 lvl:2.36) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Administrative (imp:2.43 lvl:2.22) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Building and Construction (imp:2.42 lvl:1.96) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Geography (imp:2.33 lvl:1.82) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Production and Processing (imp:2.30 lvl:1.99) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Education and Training (imp:2.29 lvl:2.18) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.19 lvl:1.54) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Transportation (imp:2.17 lvl:1.68) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.06 lvl:1.39) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Computers and Electronics (imp:1.97 lvl:1.69) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Physics (imp:1.95 lvl:1.43) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Food Production (imp:1.92 lvl:1.30) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Psychology (imp:1.91 lvl:1.77) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.74 lvl:1.27) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Design (imp:1.74 lvl:1.29) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Communications and Media (imp:1.70 lvl:1.06) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Telecommunications (imp:1.65 lvl:0.55) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Foreign Language (imp:1.64 lvl:0.83) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.43 lvl:0.56) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.29 lvl:1.02) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  History and Archeology (imp:1.28 lvl:0.56) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.20) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.13) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Fine Arts (imp:1.07) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Near Vision (imp:4.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Oral Expression (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.12) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Written Expression (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.62 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.62 lvl:3.38) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.50 lvl:3.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Far Vision (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Visualization (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Time Sharing (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Control Precision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Trunk Strength (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Extent Flexibility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Static Strength (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.38) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:2.88 lvl:2.25) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Depth Perception (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Originality (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.75 lvl:2.25) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Stamina (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Reaction Time (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Response Orientation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.50) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Night Vision (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Getting Information (imp:4.30 lvl:3.63) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.29 lvl:3.89) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:4.20 lvl:3.16) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.15 lvl:3.84) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.05 lvl:3.82) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.00 lvl:4.09) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.89 lvl:3.98) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.87 lvl:3.88) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.79 lvl:3.83) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.75 lvl:4.32) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.74 lvl:4.09) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.69 lvl:4.72) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.64 lvl:3.12) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.59 lvl:3.82) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.53 lvl:2.66) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.53 lvl:3.26) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.53 lvl:4.14) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.36 lvl:3.04) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Processing Information (imp:3.32 lvl:2.98) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:3.25 lvl:3.18) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.25 lvl:2.76) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.18 lvl:2.53) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.12 lvl:2.16) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.09 lvl:2.52) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:2.93 lvl:2.52) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.86 lvl:2.32) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.78 lvl:2.07) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:2.75 lvl:2.19) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.74 lvl:2.53) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.74 lvl:2.30) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.73 lvl:2.65) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.70 lvl:2.20) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.60 lvl:2.13) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:2.53 lvl:2.33) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.51 lvl:2.29) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Working with Computers (imp:2.50 lvl:1.42) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.48 lvl:1.83) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:1.97 lvl:1.41) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.86 lvl:0.99) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.72 lvl:1.32) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Dependability (imp:2.14) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.11) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cautiousness (imp:2.06) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:1.54) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.52) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.19) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control (imp:1.19) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Cautiousness (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Achievement Orientation (imp:0.95) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Cooperation (imp:0.92) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.76) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Optimism (imp:0.59) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation (imp:0.59) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.57) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Adaptability (imp:0.46) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.43) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.37) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.32) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.21) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Empathy (imp:0.15) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Innovation (imp:-0.02) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Humility (imp:-0.08) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Time Management (imp:3.50 lvl:3.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.38 lvl:2.88) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.25 lvl:3.00) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Coordination (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Persuasion (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Instructing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.62 lvl:2.00) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:2.25 lvl:1.88) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Technology Design (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Programming (imp:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 102,620
  annual_median    : $45,250
  annual_pct10     : $34,680
  annual_pct25     : $37,440
  annual_pct75     : $49,600
  annual_pct90     : $61,890
  annual_mean      : $46,400
  hourly_median    : $21.75

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Washington ($51,300)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($23,410)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.191x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (53 total) ---
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   97,070  median: $  44,940
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    2,310  median: $  57,770
  Educational Services                     emp:      270  median: $  47,870
  Construction                             emp:      180  median: $  48,040
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      180  median: $  46,530
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      150  median: $  47,550
  Manufacturing                            emp:      130  median: $  52,850
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:       90  median: $  37,340
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:       80  median: $  48,160
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:       70  median: $  41,830

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (12 total) ---
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:   97,070  median: $  44,940
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    2,310  median: $  57,770
  Educational Services                     emp:      270  median: $  47,870
  Construction                             emp:      180  median: $  48,040
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      180  median: $  46,530
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      150  median: $  47,550
  Manufacturing                            emp:      130  median: $  52,850
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing       emp:       90  median: $  37,340
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation      emp:       80  median: $  48,160
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:       70  median: $  41,830

exact_match_status : found
matched_title      : Pest control
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--- WIKIPEDIA FULL TEXT ---
Pest control is the regulation or management of a species defined as a pest; such as any animal, plant or fungus that impacts adversely on human activities or environment. The human response depends on the importance of the damage done and will range from tolerance, through deterrence and management, to attempts to completely eradicate the pest. Pest control measures may be performed as part of an integrated pest management strategy.
In agriculture, pests are kept at bay by mechanical, cultural, chemical and biological means. Ploughing and cultivation of the soil before sowing mitigate the pest burden, and crop rotation helps to reduce the build-up of a certain pest species. Concern about environment means limiting the use of pesticides in favour of other methods. This can be achieved by monitoring the crop, only applying pesticides when necessary, and by growing varieties and crops which are resistant to pests. Where possible, biological means are used, encouraging the natural enemies of the pests and introducing suitable predators or parasites.
In homes and urban environments, the pests are the rodents, birds, insects and other organisms that share the habitat with humans, and that feed on or spoil possessions. Control of these pests is attempted through exclusion or quarantine, repulsion, physical removal or chemical means. Alternatively, various methods of biological control can be used including sterilisation programmes.


== History ==

Pest control is at least as old as agriculture, as there has always been a need to keep crops free from pests. As long ago as 3000 BC in Egypt, cats were used to control pests of grain stores such as rodents. Ferrets were domesticated by 1500 BC in Europe for use as mousers. Mongooses were introduced into homes to control rodents and snakes, probably by the ancient Egyptians.
The conventional approach was probably the first to be employed, since it is comparatively easy to destroy weeds by burning them or ploughing them under, and to kill larger competing herbivores. Techniques such as crop rotation, companion planting (also known as intercropping or mixed cropping), and the selective breeding of pest-resistant cultivars have a long history.

Chemical pesticides were first used around 2500 BC, when the Sumerians used sulphur compounds as insecticides. Modern pest control was stimulated by the spread across the United States of the Colorado potato beetle. After much discussion, arsenical compounds were used to control the beetle and the predicted poisoning of the human population did not occur. This led the way to a widespread acceptance of insecticides across the continent. With the industrialisation and mechanization of agriculture in the 18th and 19th centuries, and the introduction of the insecticides pyrethrum and derris, chemical pest control became widespread. In the 20th century, the discovery of several synthetic insecticides, such as DDT, and herbicides boosted this development.
The harmful side effect of pesticides on humans has now resulted in the development of newer approaches, such as the use of biological control to eliminate the ability of pests to reproduce or to modify their behavior to make them less troublesome. Biological control is first recorded around 300 AD in China, when colonies of weaver ants, Oecophylla smaragdina, were intentionally placed in citrus plantations to control beetles and caterpillars. Also around 4000 BC in China, ducks were used in paddy fields to consume pests, as illustrated in ancient cave art. In 1762, an Indian mynah was brought to Mauritius to control locusts, and about the same time, citrus trees in Burma were connected by bamboos to allow ants to pass between them and help control caterpillars. In the 1880s, ladybirds were used in citrus plantations in California to control scale insects, and other biological control experiments followed. The introduction of DDT, a cheap and effective compound, put an effective stop to biological control experiments. By the 1960s, problems of resistance to chemicals and damage to the environment began to emerge, and biological control had a renaissance. Chemical pest control is still the predominant type of pest control today, although a renewed interest in traditional and biological pest control developed towards the end of the 20th century and continues to this day.


== In agriculture ==


=== Control methods ===


==== Biological pest control ====

Biological pest control is a method of controlling pests such as insects and mites by using other organisms. It relies on predation, parasitism, herbivory, parasitody or other natural mechanisms, but typically also involves an active human management role. Classical biological control involves the introduction of natural enemies of the pest that are bred in the laboratory and released into the environment. An alternative approach is to augment the natural enemies that occur in a particular area by releasing more, either in small, repeated batches, or in a single large-scale release. Ideally, the released organism will breed and survive, and provide long-term control. Biological control can be an important component of an integrated pest management programme.
For example: mosquitoes are often controlled by putting Bt Bacillus thuringiensis ssp. israelensis, a bacterium that infects and kills mosquito larvae, in local water sources. 


==== Cultural control ====

Mechanical pest control is the use of hands-on techniques as well as simple equipment and devices, that provides a protective barrier between plants and insects. This is referred to as tillage and is one of the oldest methods of weed control as well as being useful for pest control; wireworms, the larvae of the common click beetle, are very destructive pests of newly ploughed grassland, and repeated cultivation exposes them to the birds and other predators that feed on them.
Crop rotation can help to control pests by depriving them of their host plants. It is a major tactic in the control of corn rootworm, and has reduced early season incidence of Colorado potato beetle by as much as 95%.


==== Trap cropping ====

A trap crop is a crop of a plant that attracts pests, diverting them from nearby crops. Pests aggregated on the trap crop can be more easily controlled using pesticides or other methods. However, trap-cropping, on its own, has often failed to cost effectively reduce pest densities on large commercial scales, without the use of pesticides, possibly due to the pests' ability to disperse back into the main field.


==== Pesticides ====

Pesticides are substances applied to crops to control pests, they include herbicides to kill weeds, fungicides to kill fungi and insecticides to kill insects. Application methods include sprays by hand, tractors, or aircraft or as seed dressings. To be effective, the correct substance must be applied at the correct time and the method of application is important to ensure adequate coverage and retention on the crop. The killing of natural enemies of the target pest should be minimized. This is particularly important in countries where there are natural reservoirs of pests and their enemies in the countryside surrounding plantation crops, and these co-exist in a delicate balance. Often in less-developed countries, the crops are well adapted to the local situation and no pesticides are needed. Where progressive farmers are using fertilizers to grow improved crop varieties, these are often more susceptible to pest damage, but the indiscriminate application of pesticides may be detrimental in the longer term.
The efficacy of chemical pesticides tends to diminish over time. This is because any organism that manages to survive the initial application will pass on its genes to its offspring and a resistant strain will be developed. In this way, some of the most serious pests have developed resistance and are no longer killed by pesticides that used to kill their ancestors. This necessita

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--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Pest Control Workers are skilled technicians who eliminate and prevent infestations of insects, rodents, and other pests in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. They apply specialized chemical treatments, set traps, and use fumigation techniques to control pest populations while ensuring public safety and regulatory compliance. These professionals combine technical knowledge of biology and chemistry with customer service skills to protect property and health.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day begins with inspecting premises to identify pest infestation sources and assess damage to structures, walls, and roofing. Workers study preliminary reports and diagrams to determine appropriate treatment methods, then measure area dimensions to calculate fumigant requirements and estimate service costs. They drive trucks equipped with power spraying equipment to job sites, where they cut openings in buildings to access infested areas and inject pesticides. Tasks include setting mechanical traps, placing poisonous baits in sewers and burrows, and cleaning blockages to facilitate spraying procedures. The day concludes with cleaning work sites and recording all activities performed.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel as Pest Control Workers possess strong realistic and conventional traits, combining hands-on technical work with attention to procedural detail. They demonstrate high dependability and cautiousness, essential when handling hazardous chemicals and working in potentially dangerous environments. Strong communication skills enable them to explain treatment plans to customers and coordinate with supervisors effectively. Those who thrive have good near vision for detailed inspection work, problem sensitivity to identify pest issues, and the ability to make decisions quickly while maintaining safety protocols.

CAREER ENTRY:
The vast majority of Pest Control Workers (90.2%) enter the field with a high school diploma or equivalent, while 8.8% complete post-secondary certificates in related technical fields. Most training occurs on-the-job, where new workers learn chemical application techniques, safety procedures, and pest identification under experienced supervision. Entry-level positions typically require passing state licensing exams and obtaining certifications for pesticide application.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career progression often leads to supervisory roles overseeing pest control teams or specializing in specific pest types like termites or mosquito control. Experienced workers may advance to become inspectors, sales representatives, or start their own pest control businesses. Some transition into related fields such as landscaping supervision, agricultural inspection, or hazardous materials handling where their chemical application knowledge transfers directly.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, the field employs 102,620 workers with a median annual wage of $45,250, ranging from $34,680 to $61,890 (10th to 90th percentile). Geographic variation is significant, with Washington state offering the highest wages at $51,300 compared to Puerto Rico's $23,410, representing a 2.19x wage ratio. Employment is heavily concentrated in Administrative and Support Services (97,070 workers), with smaller numbers in government (2,310) and educational services (270). The profession shows stable demand driven by ongoing needs for pest management in residential and commercial properties.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Pest Control Workers face low automation risk due to the highly contextual nature of pest identification and the need for human judgment in treatment decisions. While some monitoring and application equipment may become more sophisticated, the core activities of inspecting premises, communicating with customers, and adapting treatment strategies based on specific infestation patterns require human expertise and problem-solving capabilities that remain difficult to automate.

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    data: Operating equipment work activities
  [career_pathway] First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers (37-1012.00) — confidence:high
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    data: Supervisory progression pathway
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  [task_similarity] Agricultural Technicians (19-4012.00) — confidence:medium
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