Cleaner (Buildings and Facilities)
せいそういん（ビル・たてもの）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that cleans and manages hygiene inside and outside buildings such as offices, commercial facilities, etc., providing a comfortable environment for users.
Description
Building and facility cleaners are specialists who perform cleaning and hygiene management inside and outside buildings such as office buildings, commercial facilities, and public facilities. In daily cleaning, they handle cleaning and disinfection of floors, window glass, toilets, and common areas. In periodic cleaning, they are responsible for waxing, high-altitude glass cleaning, air conditioner filter cleaning, etc. They use cleaning tools and machines (vacuum cleaners, high-pressure washers, etc.), and are also required to handle waste disposal, equipment management, and work based on safety and hygiene standards. They carry out a wide range of tasks, including creating cleaning plans to improve efficiency, inspection reports, and responding to requests and complaints from users. Shift work, early morning or late-night shifts, and direct travel to and from sites are common.
Future Outlook
The demand for cleaning in buildings and facilities is expected to remain stable with the aging society and increasing hygiene awareness. While the introduction of automated cleaning robots will progress, human labor will still be needed for detailed areas, high altitudes, and special cleaning. Securing workers will be a challenge, and there is a possibility of expanded use of foreign workers and support for qualification acquisition.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Meticulous / Patient / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Direct to/from Site / Early Morning and Late-Night Shifts / Part-Time / Shift Work
Career Path
Cleaning Worker → Team Leader → Cleaning Manager (Supervisor) → Facility Manager → Independent / Cleaning Service Company Owner
Required Skills
Cleaning Tool Operation / Floor Waxing Technique / High-Altitude Cleaning / Hygiene Management / Road Patrol Inspection / Waste Sorting
Recommended Skills
Building Cleaning Technician / Customer Service Manners / Knowledge of Handling Cleaning Chemicals / Safety and Hygiene Management Qualification
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention to detail is important to not miss dirt in fine areas. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required to endure long hours of standing work and handling heavy equipment. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because advanced logical analysis is not required in cleaning work. |
| Creativity & Ideation | High creativity is not necessary as work mainly follows prescribed procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because quantity calculations or complex numerical analysis are hardly needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Building Cleaning Technician (Grade 2)
- Building Cleaning Technician (Grade 3)
- Cleaning Supervisor
Aliases
- Building Cleaner
- Clean Staff
- Cleaning Staff
- Facility Cleaner
Related Jobs
- Accommodation Facility Cleaner
- Building Maintenance Staff
- Cleaning Supervisor
- Hospital Cleaner
- House Cleaner