Building Cleaner
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
An occupation that performs cleaning of the interiors and exteriors of buildings such as office buildings and commercial facilities.
Description
Building cleaners regularly visit office buildings, commercial facilities, and public facilities to perform tasks such as sweeping floors, mopping, wiping windows, cleaning toilets and washrooms, and more. They use cleaning tools and detergents appropriately while paying attention to safety as they carry out their work. They also perform waxing and high-altitude cleaning according to plans for regular or special cleaning to maintain a clean and comfortable environment. Early morning or late-night shifts may occur depending on the workplace and time slot.
Future Outlook
Demand remains stable due to an aging society and increasing hygiene awareness. In the future, while labor-saving equipment and robotic cleaners will become more widespread, skills in machine operation and supervisory roles will become important. Additionally, improved hygiene standards due to infectious disease countermeasures will increase the market value of specialized cleaning technicians.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / High concentration / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Eligible for Permanent Employment / Night and Early Morning Shifts / Part-time/Contract Available / Shift
Career Path
Building Cleaner (Junior) → Cleaning Leader/Chief → Cleaning Manager/Supervisor → Building Maintenance Technician → Facility Manager
Required Skills
Cleaning Tool Operation / Floor Finishing / Handling Cleaning Tools and Detergents / High and Confined Space Work / Hygiene Management and Safety Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Basic Maintenance Skills / Communication Skills (Customer Service) / General Building Cleaning Manager / Time Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to keep even the details clean. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical stamina and sustained work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily manual-based work, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Focuses more on executing work procedures than numerical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Building Cleaning Technician
- Cleaning Operations Supervisor
Aliases
- Building Cleaner
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