811331 Drycleaner

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 5: AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education

New Zealand

• Skill Level 5: NZQF Level 1 qualification, or compulsory secondary education

• 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
• May repair minor damages to clothing, such as loose buttons or broken zippers
• Packages and prepares cleaned clothing and fabrics for return to customers