Career fit quiz

Is Pesticide Applicator the Right Career for You?

A quick, free 8-question quiz to see how well the pesticide applicator career fits your personality, preferences and goals.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
How this quiz works

Rate how much you agree with each statement. The quiz compares your answers with the realities of the pesticide applicator job and gives you an honest fit score in under two minutes. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.

Statement 1 of 8I like working outdoors
Statement 2 of 8I follow instructions carefully
Statement 3 of 8I like independent route work
Statement 4 of 8I take chemical safety seriously
Statement 5 of 8I want a license that adds value
Statement 6 of 8I enjoy plant care
Statement 7 of 8I’m willing to spend about 1–3 months + license exam training for this career
Statement 8 of 8A typical salary around $46,340 a year would meet my needs

What this career really involves

Pesticide handlers, sprayers and applicators mix and apply pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers to control weeds, insects and disease on lawns, landscapes, crops and rights-of-way.

  • Identify weeds, insects and diseases
  • Select and mix products
  • Calibrate spray and spreader equipment
  • Apply treatments safely
  • Keep application records

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