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65320 - Dry cleaning, laundry and related occupations
Broad Occupation Category
6 – Sales and service occupations
TEER
5
Major Group
65 – Sales and service support occupations
Sub-major Group
653 – Support occupations in personal and specialized services
Minor Group
6532 – Dry cleaning and laundry support occupations
Main Duties
Dry cleaning, laundry and related workers perform some or all of the following duties:
- Operate dry cleaning and laundry machines to clean garments and textiles
- Sort and inspect items based on fabric type, color, and cleaning requirements
- Apply chemical treatments to remove stains and spots
- Operate pressing machines and irons to finish garments
- Perform minor garment repairs such as replacing buttons or fixing small tears
- Package and label cleaned items for delivery or pickup
- Monitor equipment performance and maintain chemical levels
- Ensure quality control and safety standards in textile processing
Employment Requirements
These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:
- Some secondary school education is usually required
- On-the-job training is provided
- WHMIS certification is required for handling cleaning chemicals
- Physical stamina is required for fast-paced environments
- Basic English or French proficiency is required
- Ability to follow garment care instructions and safety procedures is essential
Laundry and Dry Cleaning Workers Salary Prospects
Community/Area
Low ($/hour)
Median ($/hour)
High ($/hour)
Community/AreaCanada
Low ($/hour)16.75
Median ($/hour)18.50
High ($/hour)26.00
Community/AreaOntario
Low ($/hour)17.20
Median ($/hour)18.75
High ($/hour)27.50
Community/AreaBritish Columbia
Low ($/hour)17.45
Median ($/hour)20.00
High ($/hour)28.00
Community/AreaAlberta
Low ($/hour)16.50
Median ($/hour)18.00
High ($/hour)26.50
Community/AreaNova Scotia
Low ($/hour)16.00
Median ($/hour)17.00
High ($/hour)22.50
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