Road Cleaner
どうろせいそういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Removes garbage, fallen leaves, graffiti, etc. from roads to maintain an environment where pedestrians and vehicles can use safely and comfortably. Performs cleaning work using manual labor or machinery, responsible for urban landscape and hygiene management.
Description
Road cleaners perform cleaning of roads, sidewalks, gutters, etc., using manual labor or cleaning vehicles and other machinery, and handle waste sorting and collection, weeding, graffiti removal, etc. They adapt to changes in work conditions due to weather and seasons, efficiently advance work while paying attention to safety and hygiene. Additionally, upon discovering abnormal or dangerous locations, they report them and contribute to the maintenance and management of urban infrastructure.
Future Outlook
Although steady demand will continue due to the importance of public infrastructure maintenance and environmental beautification, advances in automation and robot cleaning equipment will require improvements in efficiency and provision of high value-added services.
Personality Traits
Has awareness of environmental beautification / Has patience / Is cooperative / Is meticulous
Work Style
Career Path
Cleaner (Buildings and Facilities) → Environmental Maintenance Staff → Cleaning Supervisor → Facility Management Position
Required Skills
Recommended Skills
Machine Inspection and Maintenance (Simple) / Safety and Hygiene Management / Understanding of Efficient Work Flows
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because oversights can lead to hygiene issues or accidents. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to endure long hours of outdoor heavy labor. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Mostly routine work, no need for advanced analysis. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Work procedures are standardized, with little opportunity for creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no calculations or quantitative analysis required. |
Aliases
- Roadside Cleaner
- Street Cleaner
Related Jobs
- Building Cleaner
- Park Cleaner
- Waste Collection and Transportation Worker