Road and Park Cleaner
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Removes garbage, fallen leaves, and dust from roads and parks using cleaning tools and dedicated machinery to maintain the aesthetics and hygiene of public spaces.
Description
Road and park cleaners use brooms, dustpans, cleaning vehicles, high-pressure washers, etc., to remove garbage, fallen leaves, dust, and dirt scattered on roads and parks. In addition to manual sweeping and collection, garbage collection, they handle mechanical washing and grass mowing tasks. Work is performed outdoors, easily affected by seasons and weather, so they patrol routes efficiently with attention to safety and hygiene to maintain the cleanliness of public spaces.
Future Outlook
Amid progress in outsourcing by local governments and private operators, even with advances in labor-saving measures and mechanization, demand for human labor remains high. With an aging population and increasing tourists, demand for maintenance and management of public spaces is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Hardworking / Methodical / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Outdoor Work / Overtime Available / Part-Time and Casual Employment Possible / Shift
Career Path
Cleaning Staff → Team Leader → Site Supervisor → Environmental Hygiene Manager
Required Skills
Garbage Sorting Knowledge / Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License / Safety and Hygiene Knowledge / Use of Cleaning Tools
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills / Equipment Inspection and Maintenance / Grass Mower Operation / High-Pressure Washer Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves long hours of standing work outdoors and carrying heavy garbage. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | The tasks are routinized, and adherence to procedures is valued more than logical thinking. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Work procedures are predefined, and creative thinking is rarely required. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Focuses on basic tasks rather than updating specialized knowledge. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Few opportunities for quantity calculations or complex numerical analysis. |
| Planning & Organization | Routes and work content are predetermined. |
| Problem Solving | Major problem-solving is rare, and in cases of abnormalities, follow instructions from superiors. |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
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