Drycleaner
OSCA 811331·ANZSCO 811512
1,500
59.6%
54.9%
52 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
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Courses linked to this job include Certificate III in Dry Cleaning Operations.
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About this career
Cleans clothing, garments, upholstery and other fabrics using drycleaning agents and machines.
What they typically do
- Inspects clothing, garments, upholstery and other fabrics for stains, damage and special care instructions
- Sorts and separates items based on colour, fabric and cleaning requirements
- Treats stains and spots using appropriate cleaning agents
- Loads items into dry or wet cleaning machines, ensuring proper weight and balance
- Adds cleaning agents and solvents to cleaning machines according to manufacturer instructions
- Operates dry or wet cleaning machines to remove dirt, stains and odours from clothing and fabrics
- Removes cleaned clothing and fabrics from cleaning machines, and inspects for any remaining stains or damage
- Packages and prepares cleaned clothing and fabrics for return to customers
- May repair minor damage to clothing, such as loose buttons or broken zippers
Where they work
States and territories
Share of workers by location
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Drycleaner.
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Certificate III in Dry Cleaning Operations
MST30922 · AQF 3 · 1 providers