Zoo Cleaner
どうぶつえんせいそういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Worker responsible for cleaning and hygiene management of animal enclosures and visitor areas in zoos.
Description
Zoo cleaners are responsible for cleaning and hygiene management of animal enclosures, pathways used by visitors, rest areas, and other facilities. They handle animal excrement disposal, cleaning of floors and fences, disinfection work, garbage collection and sorting, and management of cleaning tools and materials to always maintain a clean environment and safety. They are also required to engage in simple communication with visitors, take accident prevention measures during cleaning, and comply with cleaning manual procedures.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected with the continued operation of zoos, but there is a possibility of business efficiency improvements through the introduction of automation technologies such as cleaning robots.
Personality Traits
Has hygiene awareness / Likes animals / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Cleaning staff → Cleaning leader → Facility manager → Zoo operations staff
Required Skills
Basic operation of cleaning tools / Handling disinfectants / Manure disposal / Waste sorting
Recommended Skills
Basic facility management knowledge / Disinfection work / Visitor response skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to maintain a clean breeding environment. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Not much idea generation is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There is little calculation work. |
Aliases
- Zoo Cleaning Staff
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