Laundry Person (Personal Household)
せんたくにん（こじんかてい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Domestic Life Support Service Occupations
- Minor : Other Domestic Life Support Service Occupations
Summary
A housework support occupation that performs laundry, drying, and finishing of clothing, bedding, and similar items in personal households. Responsible for managing clean clothing.
Description
The Laundry Person (Personal Household) handles laundry items such as clothing and bedding at the client's home, performing cleaning via washing machine or hand washing, selecting fabric softeners, drying using dryers or natural air drying, ironing and smoothing wrinkles, stain removal treatment, and storage, all in a comprehensive manner. They are also required to understand clothing materials and care labels, and select appropriate detergents and temperatures. In response to client requests, they perform clothing repairs or suggest storage methods, and as part of housework proxy services, building trust with customers and schedule management are important.
Future Outlook
With the aging population and increasing number of dual-income households, demand for housework proxy services is expanding, and the need for laundry personnel is expected to grow. Improvements in automatic washing machine performance and the spread of labor-saving equipment will enhance work efficiency, increasing the market value of personnel with advanced skills and comprehensive housework support capabilities.
Personality Traits
Attentive to others / Meticulous / Polite and courteous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Dispatched / Full-time / Housework Proxy Contract Work / Part-time available / Shift
Career Path
Housework Proxy Staff (Laundry Specialist) → Housework Proxy Leader → Housework Proxy Coordinator → Housekeeper → Service Manager
Required Skills
Clothing Sorting / Detergent Knowledge / Ironing Technique / Stain Removal Technique / Washing Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Customer Service Skills / Hygiene Management / Organizing and Tidying / Time Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to laundry labels and stain removal processes is necessary to prevent damage to clothing. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for transporting large quantities of clothing and repetitive tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Not required, as there is no need for measurements or complex numerical analysis. |
Aliases
- Household Laundry Staff
- Housework Proxy (Laundry) Staff
Related Jobs
- Cleaning Worker
- Dry Cleaning Worker
- Housework Proxy Worker