Pesticide Handler, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation

Mix or apply pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides through sprays, dusts, vapors, soil incorporation, or chemical application on trees, shrubs, lawns, or crops. Usually requires specific training and state or federal certification.

AI will significantly impact this career by introducing precision application technologies like AI-driven drones and autonomous sprayers. These systems will optimize pesticide use by targeting specific areas, reducing manual labor and minimizing environmental impact. Consequently, human applicators may transition into roles focused on managing, maintaining, and analyzing data from these advanced systems, requiring new technical skills.