7 surprising paychecks behind these gross jobs in Texas

Here are 7 “gross” or undesirable jobs in Texas that actually pay well:

1.Garbage Collector (Sanitation Worker)

Salary: $35,000 - $60,000

Collecting trash might not be glamorous, but the pay and benefits often make it worth it, especially in busy cities.

On the higher end, $60,000 salary isn’t too shabby. The pay is good but in these type of positions, it’s the other benefits that make it really worth the hassle. Healthcare benefits alone could make this job worth it.

2.Septic Tank Cleaner

Salary: $45,000 - $70,000

It’s a dirty job but rural and high-demand areas will pay top dollar for someone who can handle the stink. It’s a reminder that if there’s something that most people don’t want to do, then there’s always someone else willing do get their hand dirty, for a price.

3.Port-a-Potty Cleaner

Salary: $35,000 - $50,000

This job requires a strong stomach, but it’s a steady gig, especially during event season. The question is, do you skip lunch or eat out like you weren’t just cleaning out poo?

4.Pest Control Technician

Salary: $40,000 - $70,000

From rats to roaches, pest techs help people sleep at night, and earn a decent paycheck doing it.

5.Slaughterhouse Worker

Salary: $45,000 - $65,000

Working in meat processing isn’t for the faint of heart, but it’s one of the few “no degree needed” jobs that pays well consistently.

6.Roadkill Removal Worker

Salary: $35,000 - $50,000

Yes, it’s a real job, and Texas highways keep them busy. Even smaller cities like Victoria have steady work.

7.Crime Scene Cleaner (Biohazard Removal)

Salary: $50,000 - $80,000

Cleaning up after tragedy takes serious grit, but it also pays significantly more than most jobs in the cleaning industry.

These tough gigs might not win popularity contests, but they definitely prove that a dirty job can come with a clean paycheck.