Variant of the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0 for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

65311 - Specialized cleaners

Specialized cleaners clean and refurbish building exteriors, carpets, chimneys, industrial equipment, ventilation systems, windows and other surfaces, using specialized equipment and techniques. They are employed by specialized cleaning service companies or they may be self-employed.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • auto detailer
    • building exterior cleaner
    • carpet cleaner
    • chimney cleaner
    • freight car cleaner
    • furnace cleaner
    • laboratory equipment cleaner
    • sandblaster
    • septic tank cleaner
    • upholstery cleaner
    • vehicle cleaner
    • ventilation system cleaner
    • window cleaner

    All examples

  • Exclusion(s)

    • Cleaning supervisors (See 62024 Cleaning supervisors)
    • Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (See 65312 Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners)
    • Light duty cleaners (See 65310 Light duty cleaners)
  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following duties:

    Carpet and upholstery cleaners

    • Operate cleaning machines to clean carpets, rugs and upholstered furniture on customers' premises or in carpet and upholstery cleaning establishments.

    Chimney cleaners and sandblasters

    • Clean soot and creosote from chimneys and fireplaces using hand tools and industrial vacuum cleaners
    • Clean building exteriors, tanks, and industrial equipment using sandblasting, pressurized steam or hydroblasting equipment.

    Furnace and ventilation system cleaners

    • Clean ducts, vents and filters of furnaces in residences and commercial buildings using hand tools and industrial vacuum cleaners.

    Vehicle cleaners

    • Clean the interior and exterior of automobiles, buses, streetcars, railway cars and subway cars.

    Window cleaners

    • Wash and clean interior and exterior windows and other glass surfaces in low-rise and highrise buildings.
  • Employment requirements

    • There are no specific education requirements for occupations in this unit group.
    • On-the-job training is usually provided.
    • Previous experience in a related position may be required for some occupations in this unit group.
  • Additional information

    • Progression to supervisory positions is possible with additional training or experience.
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