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65311.01 – Carpet and upholstery cleaners

Carpet and upholstery cleaners clean carpets and upholstery using specialized equipment and techniques.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Carpet cleaner
  • Steam cleaner
  • Upholstery cleaner

Core competencies

  • Troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues that may arise with cleaning equipment to minimize downtime
  • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment to oversee the performance of cleaning equipment to ensure it operates correctly and efficiently
  • Body Flexibility to bend, kneel or stretch to reach and clean various areas, especially in confined or awkward spaces
  • Stamina to maintain an adequate energy level that allows for cleaning and maintaining carpets or upholstery fabrics over long periods
  • Trunk Strength to move heavy equipment for carpet and upholstery cleaning, such as vacuum cleaners, steam cleaners and extractors
  • Attention to Detail to identify and address areas that need extra care, ensuring the final result meets standards of cleanliness
  • Knowledge in Client Service to communicate effectively with clients, address inquiries and ensure their expectations are met for carpet and upholstery cleaning services

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

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

Additional information

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

Similar occupations classified elsewhere

Exclusions:

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

NOC hierarchy breakdown

NOC version

NOC 2021 Version 1.0

Broad occupational category

6 – Sales and service occupations

TEER

5 – Occupations usually require short-term work demonstration and no formal education

Major group

65 – Sales and service support occupations

Sub-major group

653 – Support occupations in cleaning and related services

Minor group

6531 – Cleaners

Unit group

65311 – Specialized cleaners

Occupational profile

65311.01 – Carpet and upholstery cleaners

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