Lead Hood Cleaning Technician

Job Description

Job Description

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.