House Cleaner (Individual Households)
そうじにん（こじんかてい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that performs cleaning, washing, and organizing in residential spaces of individual households to provide a hygienic and comfortable environment.
Description
House cleaners (individual households) visit private homes and clean living rooms, kitchens, bathrooms, toilets, etc. They vacuum or mop floors, wipe windows, dust furniture and appliances, and perform washing tasks using detergents to maintain a hygienic environment. They may also provide housework support such as organizing, simple tidying, linen changes, and ironing. They respond to various needs such as regular cleaning, spot cleaning, and pre- or post-move cleaning according to customer requests, while thoroughly managing safety and hygiene.
Future Outlook
With the increase in dual-income households and the elderly, demand for housework proxy services is expected to grow in the future. While coexisting with technological innovations such as robot vacuums, there will be a demand for highly specialized services.
Personality Traits
Attentive to Others / High Cleanliness Awareness / Honest / Meticulous / Physically Strong
Work Style
Contract Work / Full-time / Part-time / Shift / Spot Contract
Career Path
Cleaning Staff → Team Leader → Supervisor → Independent Business
Required Skills
Cleaning Tool Operation / Communication Skills (Customer Service) / Organizing / Safety and Hygiene Management / Washing Knowledge
Recommended Skills
High-Place Work Technique / Ironing / Linen Replacement Technique / Organizing Advisor
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss small dirt or gaps. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of standing work for long hours and heavy moving and carrying tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it basically follows prescribed procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because quantitative calculations are hardly required. |
Aliases
- Cleaning Service Staff
- Home Cleaner
- House Cleaner
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