Pest Control Technician
ぺすとこんとろーるぎのうし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Other Technical Occupations
- Minor : Technical Occupations Not Elsewhere Classified
Summary
A technical occupation that uses chemical agents and physical methods to exterminate and control harmful organisms such as cockroaches, termites, and rats, maintaining a hygienic environment.
Description
Pest control technicians target pests and harmful animals inside and outside buildings for surveys and diagnoses, develop control plans, and perform extermination work using chemical agents and equipment. They also provide warnings to facility managers and users, create reports, and propose maintenance management to prevent recurrence. In recent years, methods that reduce environmental impact and incorporate IPM (Integrated Pest Management) approaches are in demand.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to increasing hygiene management needs from an aging population and the spread of environmentally considerate pest control methods.
Personality Traits
Excellent Observation Skills / Service-Minded / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Dispatch/Contract / Fieldwork / In-House Company Employee / Self-Employed/Independent
Career Path
Field Worker → Team Leader → Management Supervisor → Technical Consultant
Required Skills
Chemical Handling Knowledge / On-Site Survey and Diagnosis Techniques / Pest Control Equipment Operation / Safety and Hygiene Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Entomology Knowledge / Customer Service Skills / Equipment Maintenance / Record Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to flexibly change methods according to the site environment and the types of target organisms. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in chemical dilution concentrations or equipment settings directly impact effectiveness and safety. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of on-site work and carrying heavy equipment. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mainly limited to predetermined dilution ratios and area calculations, with little advanced mathematical analysis required. |
Related Qualifications
- Harmful Organism Control Supervisor
- Poisonous and Deleterious Substances Handler
Aliases
- Pest Control Technician
- Pest Extermination Worker
Related Jobs
- Disinfection and Sterilization Worker
- Sanitation Manager
- Termite Extermination Technician