Hood Technician

Summit Fire & Security; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Summit Fire & Security is seeking a Hood Technician to assist in cleaning grease from commercial kitchen exhaust systems and to supervise crews as needed. The role includes after-hours work, coordinating with restaurant staff, and performing inspections and maintenance to ensure safe operation.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent, strong leadership, and the ability to work with hand and power tools. Valid driver's license and safety awareness are required.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to motivate and direct crews; leadership skills.
• Demonstrate safe work practices and critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Work after hours at client sites, both inside and outside.
• Interact professionally with restaurant management and staff.
• Perform inspections, cleaning and basic maintenance of exhaust systems.
• Take photos of work and complete required paperwork.
• Drive between job sites and keep truck and equipment in good condition.
• Clean kitchen exhaust systems, including fans and roof components, using ladders and chemicals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Hand/Power tools

Safety awareness

Critical thinking

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of the Hood Technician position is to assist and be responsible for cleaning the grease off the cooking exhaust systems of commercial kitchens and supervisory functions relating to crews.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Work after hours once facilities are closed, in and outside
• Often work alone with a helper and must be able to interact professionally with restaurant management and staff and be honest and trustworthy
• Inspections, clean up and some maintenance
• Taking photos of work
• Driving to and from job to shop
• Filling out paperwork
• Keeping truck and machine in working condition
• Cleaning kitchen exhaust systems including fans
• Roof, filters, working safely with ladders and chemicals
• Getting to pre-scheduled appointments on time
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications listed below are representative of the elements required to perform the job successfully, however in some cases, an equivalent combination of Education, Training, Certifications and Experience may meet the job qualifications.

Education, Training, Certifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent, required.

Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements

• Leadership skills, ability to motivate, provide direction, required.
• Light mechanical ability, preferred.
• Work with hand/power tools
• Demonstrate critical/safety forward thinking skills.
• Collaborator and ability to work with all levels of employees.
• Strong diligence and accuracy

Communication Skills

• Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.

Other Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.
• Must be able to comply with SFS's Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.

PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, ascend and descend step stools, ladders and stairs, kneel, lift <60lbs, reach above and below shoulders, stand and walk for extended periods of time. Employee is required to see in color, close and far distances, peripheral, depth, and adjust focus. Employee will occasional be required to balance, crouch, drive, kneel, lift >60lbs, sit, stoop, twist, and work at heights.

Work Environment

Employees will regularly be required to work outside, and be exposed to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards and noise. Employee will occasionally be required to work indoors in an office setting, work alone and with others. Employee must consistently wear all appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety policies while visiting locations.

We are fully committed to equal opportunities for employment to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, and any other classification protected under the law. We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

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