Pesticide handler, Kaimahi paturiha
Also known as
- Spray operator, agricultural spray operator, sprayer, landscape operator, garden maintenance weedsprayer, herbicide sprayer, pesticide sprayer
Pesticide handlers apply herbicides, fungicides and insecticides to trees, plants, soil and crops to prevent or control weeds, diseases and insects.
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$24 to $37
Most common
$45
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Pesticide handlers
- usually work regular hours but may work evenings and weekends and be on call
- usually work in different places and may travel locally
- may work in all weather and hazardous conditions involving chemicals
- need to be methodical, practical and safety conscious
Tasks
- prepare chemicals for work application
- treat greenery or surfaces with protective substances
- inspect landscaping to determine treatment needs
- operate grounds maintenance equipment
- clean equipment or supplies
- maintain equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning
- instruct staff in work policies or procedures
- plant greenery to improve landscape appearance
Practical
Organised
Investigative
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually learn on the job to become a pesticide handler and experience and a qualification may be useful.
You need
- a driver licence
You may need
- experience in similar work
- a Class 2 driver licence
- a New Zealand Certificate in Pest Control (Level 3)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Agrichemical Application (Level 4)
- to be registered with the Pest Management Association of New Zealand
- a First Aid Certificate
- a Certified Handler Compliance Certificate
- a Controlled Substance Licence
- to get a Growsafe certificate
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job, but Level 2 may be useful.
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