65311

Specialized cleaners

TEER 5 — Short work demonstration, no formal education

Express Entry skill level: No
Regulated in Québec: No
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Sales & service

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Definition

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.

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.

Example job titles

•auto detailer
•building exterior cleaner
•carpet cleaner
•chimney cleaner
•freight car cleaner
•furnace cleaner
•laboratory equipment cleaner
•sandblaster

Overview

Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system, NOC 65311 classifies Specialized Cleaners. This occupation falls under TEER 5 and includes individuals who clean carpets, upholstery, windows, walls, ceilings, and other surfaces using specialized equipment and chemical solutions. Typical job titles under this classification include carpet cleaners, chimney sweeps, window washers, and vehicle detailers. They are primarily employed by cleaning contractors, service companies, or they may be self-employed.

To qualify under NOC 65311, candidates must perform core duties such as operating specialized cleaning machinery, mixing chemical cleaning solutions, and working at heights for window cleaning. While there are no formal academic requirements, some high school education or on-the-job training is typically expected. For Canadian immigration, TEER 5 occupations are eligible for specific provincial nominee programs (PNPs), the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), and other regional immigration pathways.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For official immigration guidance, please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC).

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.