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Vehicle cleaner

Vehicle cleaners clean and polish surfaces of external parts and interiors of vehicles.

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Rate 5 of the 14 essential skills of this occupation (European ESCO data). No account needed.

follow procedures to control substances hazardous to health

manage stocked company material

maintain work area cleanliness

clean vehicle exterior

clean equipment

European Skills Framework

Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.

Essential (14)

car cleaning procedurescar cleaning proceduresThe procedure and appropriate equipment necessary for proper wash and polish of different types of cars.car controlscar controlsThe functioning of specific car equipment such as how to operate and handle the clutch, throttle, lighting, instrumentation, transmission and the brakes.types of vehiclestypes of vehiclesField of information which distinguishes rental agency classification systems, containing types and classes of vehicles and their functioning and components.follow procedures to control substances hazardous to healthfollow procedures to control substances hazardous to healthAdhere to the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) procedures for activities that involve hazardous substances, such as bacteria, allergens, waste oil, paint or brake fluids that result i...manage stocked company materialmanage stocked company materialMaintain company material and stocked product inventory by keeping track of stock profiles and locations.maintain work area cleanlinessmaintain work area cleanlinessKeep the working area and equipment clean and orderly.clean vehicle exteriorclean vehicle exteriorWash, clean, polish and wax vehicle's exterior glass and chrome parts.clean equipmentclean equipmentPerform cleaning routines after equipment use.clean vehicle engineclean vehicle engineRemove grease and dirt from the engine and other mechanical vehicle parts.wash vehicleswash vehiclesWash and dry vehicle and ensure that paint is kept intact by waxing and polishing vehicle using the appropriate tools.clean vehicle interiorsclean vehicle interiorsRemove dirt, rubbish or impurities of the interior of vehicles, including consoles and dashboards; vacuum car seats and carpets; clean hinges and door trims.execute working instructionsexecute working instructionsUnderstand, interpret and properly apply work instructions regarding different tasks in the workplace.ensure vehicle preparation for pick-upensure vehicle preparation for pick-upEnsure that vehicle is fully operational and ready to use; prepare vehicle for customer pick-up.treat vehicle fabricstreat vehicle fabricsRecondition fabrics for vehicles, add preservation agents and apply revitalisers on various surfaces in vinyl or leather.
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health, safety and hygiene legislationhealth, safety and hygiene legislationThe set of health, safety and hygiene standards and items of legislation applicable in a specific sector.teamwork principlesteamwork principlesThe cooperation between people characterised by a unified commitment to achieving a given goal, participating equally, maintaining open communication, facilitating effective usage of ideas etc.cooperate with colleaguescooperate with colleaguesCooperate with colleagues in order to ensure that operations run effectively.communicate with customerscommunicate with customersRespond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.fix minor vehicle scratchesfix minor vehicle scratchesFix minor vehicle dents and scratches with touch-up paint.drive vehiclesdrive vehiclesBe able to drive vehicles; have the approapriate type of driving license according to the type of motor vehicle used.perform cleaning activities in an environmentally friendly wayperform cleaning activities in an environmentally friendly wayUndertake all cleaning duties in a manner which minimises environmental damage, follow methods that lessen pollution and wastage of resources.report accounts of the professional activityreport accounts of the professional activityRecount events and facts which happened in professional contexts.

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Frequently asked questions

What does a vehicle cleaner do?

Vehicle cleaners clean and polish surfaces of external parts and interiors of vehicles.

What skills does a vehicle cleaner need?

A vehicle cleaner needs 14 essential skills, including car cleaning procedures, car controls, types of vehicles, follow procedures to control substances hazardous to health, manage stocked company material.

Will AI replace vehicle cleaner jobs?

The AI disruption score for vehicle cleaner is 56/100 (high risk). Skills most exposed to automation: report accounts of the professional activity, car controls, types of vehicles. Most resilient: cooperate with colleagues, clean vehicle engine, teamwork principles.

AI Replacement Risk

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Quick Facts

SectorTourism
ISCO GroupCleaners and helpers
Essential Skills14

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