What will you do?
Working as a glass cleaner or facade cleaner, you determine the right working method, prepare the materials and tools, and mark off the intervention zone. You wash the windows, check the finished work with the customer, and clean your tools afterwards. You keep work records and always follow the safety and hygiene rules while working with care for the environment.
- Determine the right working method
- Prepare materials, equipment, and tools
- Mark off the intervention zone
- Wash windows on houses, shops, and offices
- Check the finished work with the customer
- Clean tools and equipment afterwards
- Work safely and with care for the environment
Skills to develop
- Physically fit and comfortable working at height
- Careful and reliable working attitude
- Customer-friendly and presentable
- Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather
Your foundation for this occupation
Recognise glass types, frames and suitable methods. Access determines which equipment can be used safely.
From preparation to your first day
Develop the practical skills
Practise washing and squeegeeing low windows without streaks. Then learn water-fed pole handling, including hose management and surroundings.
Check your work
Check corners, sills and dried droplets. Protect the work area where water or equipment could affect passers-by.
How can you grow?
Specialise in complex glazing or façade care; working at height requires additional training and appropriate equipment.
Frequently asked questions
Do you always work from a ladder?
No. Many windows are cleaned from the ground using poles. Access and risk assessment determine the method, rather than simply the ladder available.