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

Check your pay

  • The majority of Fumigators and other pest and weed controllers earn a salary between GH₵485 and GH₵2,856 per month in 2024.
  • A monthly wage for entry-level Fumigators and other pest and weed controllers ranges from GH₵485 to GH₵1,903.
  • After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between GH₵520 and GH₵2,456 per month.

Job Responsibilities

  • 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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