What a pest control technician earns depends on the licence, experience, and the type of work, and where they are. Because NOC 73202 spans new licensed technicians to experienced commercial route leads, the band is wide, and the licence and commercial experience lift the top end. The table below shows the official Job Bank wage band by province for 2026.
These are hourly low-to-high bands from Job Bank Canada, classified under NOC 73202 (Pest controllers and fumigators), updated November 19, 2025. The national median is $25.96 per hour.
| Province | Hourly low to high |
|---|---|
| Quebec | $18.80 to $35.70 |
| Manitoba | $18.03 to $34.51 |
| British Columbia | $21.25 to $34.13 |
| Saskatchewan | $17.50 to $31.76 |
| Alberta | $20.99 to $31.73 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $22.65 to $31.14 |
| Ontario | $19.23 to $30.00 |
| New Brunswick | $21.26 to $27.43 |
| Nova Scotia | $21.11 to $27.20 |
Prince Edward Island and the three territories are not shown because Job Bank does not publish a wage band for this trade there.
What drives the spread
- The provincial pesticide applicator licence and higher licence categories
- Commercial and structural pest control experience, which pays more than basic residential work
- Wildlife and animal removal and specialized treatment skills
- Cost of living and the strength of the local commercial market
Reading the ranges
These bands cover NOC 73202, the pest control trade. New licensed technicians sit near the floor. Experienced commercial technicians and route leads sit toward the ceiling.
Sources: Job Bank Canada provincial wage data (NOC 73202, updated November 19, 2025) and Statistics Canada Labour Force Survey.
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