Summary Pest Control Technician in the Cape Breton Region
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Description
Pest controllers and fumigators inspect buildings and outside areas for pest infestation and spray chemical treatments to kill noxious and destructive insects, rodents and other pests or set cage traps to capture and remove animals. They are employed by pest control companies, or they may be self-employed.
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Requirements
Post-secondary or apprenticeship
This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of less than 2 years, or more than 6 months of on-the-job training.
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Wages
$20.57/hour
Median wage in Nova Scotia
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Prospects
Varies
The job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.
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Jobs
1 job
advertised in Nova Scotia
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Competencies
- Troubleshooting
- Negotiating
- Persuading
- Coordinating
- Instructing
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