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Lead Hood Cleaning Technician

Rakeigh, NCOnsiteFull TimeLead$18–$25 /hrPosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

  • Hood cleaning experience
  • Kitchen exhaust cleaning experience
  • NFPA 96 standards
  • Pressure washers
  • Degreasers
  • Rooftops
  • Ladders
  • Manual labor
  • Confined spaces
  • Valid driver's license

Nice to have

  • Leadership experience

Role summary

We are seeking an experienced Lead Hood Cleaning Technician to join our team in Charlotte, NC. This role involves performing comprehensive kitchen exhaust system cleanings, leading on-site crews, operating specialized equipment, and ensuring client satisfaction. The position requires physical stamina, comfort working at heights and in various conditions, and a valid driver's license. Successful candidates will undergo a paid training program in Atlanta before returning to Charlotte to manage their own route with a company vehicle. Most work is performed during evening or overnight shifts.

Benefits:
  • Company car
  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Free food & snacks
  • Free uniforms
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
Job Type: Full-Time Pay: $18–$25/hr during training • $1,350–$1,650/week after training

We're looking for an experienced Lead Hood Cleaning Technician to join our team in Charlotte, NC. This role starts with a fully paid training program at our Atlanta headquarters before you return home to run your own route with a company vehicle and a complete equipment kit.


Training Program

• 2–10 weeks of hands-on training at our Atlanta, GA headquarters, based on your experience level

• All travel expenses covered — flights or mileage, lodging, and meals

• Paid $18–$25/hr during training, based on experience

• Hands-on instruction covering our cleaning process, safety standards, equipment, documentation, and customer service expectations

• Upon completion, you'll return to the Charlotte area with a company vehicle and a fully stocked equipment kit


What You'll Do

• Perform complete kitchen exhaust system cleanings (hoods, filters, fans, ductwork, and rooftop components) in accordance with NFPA 96 standards

• Lead and coordinate on-site work, including guiding junior technicians when working as part of a crew

• Operate pressure washers, degreasers, and other cleaning equipment safely and effectively

• Take before-and-after photos and complete accurate service documentation/compliance tags for each job

• Communicate professionally with restaurant managers and clients on-site

• Drive a company vehicle to and from job sites across the Charlotte area, following an assigned route/schedule

• Maintain and restock your equipment kit and vehicle to company standards

• Follow all safety protocols, including working at heights and on rooftops

• Most jobs are performed after hours or overnight, when kitchens are closed


What We're Looking For

• Prior hood/kitchen exhaust cleaning experience strongly preferred

• Comfortable working at heights, on ladders, and on rooftops

• Physically able to perform demanding manual labor in varying conditions (heat, confined spaces, etc.)

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

• Willingness to travel to Atlanta for the training period (all expenses paid)

• Available to work evening/overnight shifts as needed

• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail

• Leadership experience or the ability to guide a small crew is a plus


What We Offer

• Fully paid training program at company headquarters (travel, lodging, and meals covered)

• Company vehicle and complete equipment kit provided after training

• Competitive weekly pay: $1,350–$1,650/week after training

• Room for growth within the company


To apply, contact us with your resume and relevant experience.
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