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Mosquito Sprayer
Spray marshlands, drainage ditches, or catch-basins with insecticide. Also known as Hand-Spray Operator, Spray Crew See More
Sprays marshland, drainage ditches, or catch-basins with insecticide, using portable compressed-air spray tank, to control breeding of mosquitoes. Removes blockage from area being sprayed, using pick and shovel, to facilitate drainage. May drive truck equipped with gasoline-powered fogger to spray insecticide over designated areas. May place poison bait in storm sewers and ditches to exterminate rodents.
Personality Traits
Levelheaded: You hold your emotions in check, even in tough situations.
Team Player: You're able to listen, communicate, and work with tons of different people.
Detail Oriented: You pay close attention to all the little details.
Salary and Education
How much does a
Mosquito Sprayer make?
Nationally: $20,000 – $47,000
Main education level: High School
source: US Dept of Labor
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