Cleaning Technician
くりーにんぐし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Bathing Facility and Cleaning Service Occupations
- Minor : Laundry and Dry Cleaning Workers
Summary
Specialist profession that performs quality control such as cleaning, stain removal, drying, and pressing of clothing and textile products. Handles machine operation and product finishing.
Description
Cleaning technicians classify clothing and fabric products appropriately according to material and type of dirt, using solvents, detergents, and machines to clean, dry, and press them. They perform stain removal as pre-treatment and handle inspection, finishing, and packaging after cleaning. Knowledge of fibers and solvents, skills in safety and hygiene management, and machine maintenance are also required. They also respond to customer requests and consultations about the finish.
Future Outlook
The adoption of environmentally friendly detergents and automated machines will increase demand for specialized knowledge and machine maintenance skills. Services will diversify with delivery dry cleaning and online orders.
Personality Traits
Meticulous / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Cleaning Store Staff → Cleaning Technician (National Qualification) → Factory Leader → Quality Control Staff → Store Manager
Required Skills
Cleaning Machine Operation / Handling of Solvents and Detergents / Press Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Stain Removal Techniques
Recommended Skills
Basic Machine Maintenance / Color Correction Techniques / Customer Service / Knowledge of Clothing Materials
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss small stains or differences in materials. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects require physical stamina. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to judge methods for treating difficult stains and process them appropriately is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks are the main focus, with little need for creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Quantity management and calculations are not main tasks. |
Related Qualifications
- Cleaning Technician (National Qualification)
- Clothing Management Technician
- Dye Correction Skills Master
Aliases
- Cleaning Technician
- Dry Cleaning Technician
- Finishing Technician
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- Dye Correction Technician
- Garment Maintenance Technician
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