Pesticides

Pesticide Technician

Individuals who use or determine the need for the use of pesticides, under the direct supervision of a certified commercial applicator, in Ornamental and Turf Pest Control, General Structural Pest Control, or Termite Pest Control must be licensed as a pesticide technician.

The following is a brief summary of pesticide technician requirements:

1. The certified applicator or employer must obtain written approval (from the Bureau of Pesticide Control) for a technician training program prior to training technicians;
2. The certified applicator or employer must notify the Bureau of Pesticide Control within 10 days of hiring a pesticide technician or pesticide technician trainee; and,
3. Within 45 days of hiring a person as a pesticide technician trainee:
   1. The trainee must successfully complete the approved training program; and
   2. The employer or certified applicator must submit a notice of training form, Pesticide Technician Application form, and the $25.00 technician license fee. Non-Missouri residents must complete additional requirements.

To obtain the above forms or for further information contact the Pesticide Program.