OSCA 811931: Carpet Cleaner
Cleans carpets, rugs and furniture upholstery using powder, liquid and steam cleaning methods, and applies soil-repellent chemicals and deodorants. This record sits in Other Cleaners and Laundry Workers. Related ANZSIC industry links are included for faster classification cross-checking. Skill level 4 is attached to this occupation record.
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Role overview
Cleans carpets, rugs and furniture upholstery using powder, liquid and steam cleaning methods, and applies soil-repellent chemicals and deodorants.
Use this page to confirm the official title, the parent unit group, the task list and the related ANZSIC industry context before using the occupation in classification, reporting or migration-adjacent workflows.
Occupation facts
- Skill level
- 4
- Major group
- 8 Labourers
- Sub-major group
- 81 Cleaners and Laundry Workers
- Minor group
- 811 Cleaners and Laundry Workers
- Unit group
- 8119 Other Cleaners and Laundry Workers
Tasks
- Inspects carpets, rugs and upholstery to determine an appropriate cleaning method
- Vacuums carpets, rugs and upholstery to remove dirt and debris
- Applies pre-treatment solutions to stains and heavily soiled areas
- Cleans carpets, rugs and upholstery using appropriate cleaning equipment, such as steam cleaners and extraction machines
- Applies soil-repellent chemicals and deodorants to carpets, rugs and upholstery
- Removes excess moisture from carpets, rugs and upholstery using extraction equipment
- Inspects and evaluates the cleanliness of carpets, rugs and upholstery post-cleaning
Skill level guidance
Skill level helps place the occupation inside the ABS hierarchy. Use it as a classification cue, then check the actual task list and occupational context before making a decision for HR, visa or reporting work.
How to use this occupation page
Start with the official OSCA title and task list. Then confirm the parent unit group and compare the related occupations on this page if the job title is broad, overlapping or used differently across employers.
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Compare OSCA 811931 with related occupations
Compare roles in the same OSCA unit group by their official definition, skill level, tasks and recognised alternative titles.
| Comparison point | Current code811931 Carpet Cleaner | 811932 Roof Gutter Cleaner | 811933 Window Cleaner |
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| Official role definition | Cleans carpets, rugs and furniture upholstery using powder, liquid and steam cleaning methods, and applies soil-repellent chemicals and deodorants. | Cleans gutters on residential and commercial buildings. | Cleans interior and exterior window surfaces. |
| Skill level | Skill Level 4 | Skill Level 5 | Skill Level 5 |
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Comparison uses occupation definitions, skill levels, tasks and title variants from the ABS OSCA data files.
Compliance risk score
4 of 4 factors passing
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Frequently asked questions
What does OSCA 811931 do?
Carpet Cleaner is the current ABS occupation record used to describe a specific occupation. It sits in the OSCA hierarchy and carries skill-level context plus related titles and tasks.
How should I read the skill level?
The skill level tells you the educational or training depth that the ABS associates with the occupation. It is a classification signal, not a salary band or a qualification checklist on its own.
Why is industry context shown on an occupation page?
Industry context helps when the title is common or ambiguous. It shows where the occupation is typically employed so you can compare it with the right ANZSIC family.
Source and trust
- Official source
- ABS OSCA 2024 release and correspondence tables
- Last reviewed
- 2026-04-17
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