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65311.05 – Window cleaners

Window cleaners clean windows and other glass surfaces using specialized equipment and techniques.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Venetian blinds cleaner and repairer
  • Window cleaner

Core competencies

  • Preventative Maintenance to check and repair equipment as needed to avoid disruptions to cleaning schedules
  • Operation and Control to use specialized equipment, such as squeegees, extendable poles and water-fed poles, ensuring clean, streak-free windows
  • Gross Body Coordination to maintain balance and control while cleaning windows, especially when working at heights or on ladders
  • Body Flexibility to move into different positions and access all areas of the glass surfaces effectively, ensuring a thorough cleaning
  • Independence to make prompt decisions and solve problems without constant oversight
  • Knowledge in Client Service to interact professionally with clients, clarify cleaning expectations and provide quality service that addresses customer concerns

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

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

Additional information

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

Similar occupations classified elsewhere

Exclusions:

  • Cleaning supervisors (62024)

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

65311.05 – Window cleaners

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