Hood I.Q. Technician

Kept Companies; Edina (MN); Sur place; USD 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Résumé du poste

Kept Companies is seeking a Hood I.Q. Technician to perform monthly and quarterly hood and exhaust system cleaning for restaurants and commercial kitchens. You will ensure NFPA 96 compliance and safety, while delivering high-quality service and maintaining equipment.

The ideal candidate is professional, safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and able to work independently in the field. Travel is involved, with occasional overnight stays, and you will use mobile apps for reporting.

Qualifications

• Must be mechanically inclined and safety-focused.
• Experience in hood cleaning or related fields preferred.
• Able to use mobile apps and digital reporting tools.
• Ability to work evenings, overnights, and some weekends.

Responsabilités

• Perform scheduled hood and exhaust cleaning services monthly and quarterly.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA 96 and fire safety requirements.
• Inspect exhaust systems and document deficiencies for management review.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement in-field solutions.
• Safely install or de-install equipment at customer locations.
• Complete work orders and digital documentation.

Connaissances

Mechanically inclined

Safety-conscious

Professional communication

Attention to detail

Flexible hours

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

Mobile apps

Hand tools

Power tools

Digital reporting

Description du poste

Description

Kept Companies is the largest self-performing commercial cleaning and maintenance company in the nation. With nine leading brands and over 100 locations nationwide servicing industries including restaurant, solar, retail, transportation, and supermarket. Kept Companies is the leading provider of commercial fleet washing, retail equipment refurbishing and sales, refrigeration, hood, coil and solar panel cleaning, and parking lot services.

The Hood I.Q. Technician plays a vital role in the success of Kept Companies by performing scheduled monthly, quarterly, and hood and exhaust system cleaning services for restaurants and commercial kitchens. This position ensures that all work meets fire protection and safety guidelines, including NFPA 96 standards, while delivering exceptional service and maintaining company equipment to the highest standards.

The ideal candidate is professional, safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and capable of working independently in the field. All duties must be performed efficiently, accurately, and in alignment with company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled commercial kitchen hood and exhaust system cleaning services monthly and quarterly inspections on the Hood I.Q. system
• Ensure compliance with fire protection and safety requirements, including NFPA 96 requirement
• Inspect exhaust systems and document any NFPA 96 deficiencies for management and customer review
• Troubleshoot technical and operational issues and implement effective solutions in the field
• Safely install new systems and de-install (remove) equipment at customer locations
• Complete work orders, inspection forms, and digital documentation using company mobile applications
• Maintain company tools, equipment, and vehicle in clean, safe, and fully functional condition
• Follow all company safety procedures and standard of operations
• Provide professional, courteous communication to restaurant staff and facility personnel and provide training
• Participate in monthly travel assignments, including occasional single overnight stays

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Experience in commercial hood cleaning, fire protection services, mechanical work, or related fields preferred
• Working knowledge of NFPA 96 standards (training provided as needed)
• Comfortable using mobile applications and digital reporting tools as well as hand tools, power tools, and basic mechanical knowledge
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, overnight shifts, and select weekends
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds, climb ladders, and work in confined or elevated spaces
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Must be mechanically inclined
• Must be able to work in multiple environments
• Must be able to communicate with customers in a professional manner
• Must be able to work with extreme heat and grease

Compensation & Benefits (After 90 Days)

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance

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