Commercial Kitchen Hood Tech — NFPA 96 Expert

pyebarkerfire; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and holidays

Training

Company vehicle

Ownership Plan

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Technician to perform complete KEC services on commercial kitchens, including setup, cleaning, and teardown, while ensuring NFPA 96 compliance.

You will work independently, protect customer environments, document findings, and maintain equipment and vehicles. This role requires a high school diploma, driving, and the ability to lift 50+ pounds; travel to sites is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in commercial cleaning as a KEC apprentice or technician.
• Ability to work independently on jobs.
• Must have a clean driving record and active driver's license if driving role.

Responsibilities

• Perform full KEC services including setup and teardown of containment (plastic sheeting, ladders, vacuums, hoses, pre-sprayers, chemicals, and high-pressure wash equipment).
• Pre-scrape grease buildup and power wash hoods, ducts, filters, and exhaust fans to NFPA 96 standards.
• Perform final cleanup and restore kitchen environments to operating condition.
• Protect customer facilities, appliances, and surrounding areas during all service activities.
• Identify deficiencies, hazards, or non-compliant conditions and document findings.
• Complete accurate service reports and communicate results in a timely manner.
• Inspect and maintain service vehicles and equipment; initiate repair requests as needed.
• Travel to job sites as required.

Skills

Independent work ability

Driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Technician to perform complete KEC services on commercial kitchens, including setup, cleaning, and teardown, while ensuring NFPA 96 compliance.

You will work independently, protect customer environments, document findings, and maintain equipment and vehicles. This role requires a high school diploma, driving, and the ability to lift 50+ pounds; travel to sites is expected.