Housekeeper vs Pest Control Technician

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Pay

Housekeeper

$36,400 typical, a year

Most Housekeepers earn $33,300 to $40,600 a year.

From 2,293 postings that list pay

17,158 open jobs now

Housekeeper salaries Housekeeper jobs

Pest Control Technician

$47,800 typical, a year

Most Pest Control Technicians earn $41,600 to $65,000 a year.

From 719 postings that list pay

1,453 open jobs now

Pest Control Technician salaries Pest Control Technician jobs

Pest Control Technicians typically earn about $11,400 more a year than Housekeepers.

What each one does

Housekeeper

  • Clean and sanitize assigned areas according to facility standards.
  • Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust floors and furniture.
  • Change bed linens, make beds, and restock guest supplies.
  • Report maintenance issues, damages, or safety hazards.
  • Follow infection control procedures and safety protocols.
  • Maintain cleanliness of equipment, carts, and storage areas.

Summed up from 30 job postings

Pest Control Technician

  • Inspect properties to identify signs of pest infestations and damage.
  • Apply approved pest control products to eliminate pests safely.
  • Educate customers on pest prevention methods and maintaining a pest-free environment.
  • Build relationships with customers and schedule appointments.
  • Maintain accurate service records and complete required paperwork.
  • Drive and safely operate a company provided service vehicle.

Summed up from 30 job postings

Skills employers ask for

Housekeeper

Asked for in both

  • Customer Service 1 in 10 postings

More common in Housekeeper postings

  • Residential Cleaning 1 in 10 postings
  • Laundry Services 1 in 10 postings
  • Infection Control 1 in 10 postings
  • Safety and Sanitation 1 in 15 postings
  • Guest Service 1 in 20 postings
  • Cleaning Chemicals 1 in 20 postings
  • Housekeeping Supervision 1 in 20 postings

Pest Control Technician

Asked for in both

  • Customer Service 3 in 10 postings

More common in Pest Control Technician postings

  • Pest Control 8 in 10 postings
  • Pesticides 2 in 10 postings
  • Driving Record 2 in 10 postings
  • PPE Usage 1 in 10 postings
  • Insulation Installation 1 in 15 postings

Out of each role's current postings.

Licenses and certifications

Housekeeper

  • Driver's License 1 in 15 postings

Pest Control Technician

  • Driver's License 4 in 10 postings
  • Licensing for Pest Control 3 in 10 postings

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