Lead Air Duct Cleaning Technician

IICRC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Health & retirement benefits

Paid training & certifications

Equipment & PPE provided

Advancement opportunities

Team-oriented workplace

Veteran-owned company

Job summary

OCI Restoration is seeking an experienced Air Duct Cleaning Technician in Raleigh, NC. Join a locally owned restoration team to perform professional HVAC duct-system cleaning and support restoration projects.

The ideal candidate has hands-on duct-cleaning experience, knowledge of HVAC duct construction, and a commitment to leaving customer properties clean and documented. The role offers full-time hours, potential overtime, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Previous professional air duct cleaning experience preferred.
• Good communication and customer-service skills.
• Ability to work safely in attics and crawlspaces.

Responsibilities

• Inspect HVAC duct systems in residential/commercial properties.
• Explain cleaning process to customers and obtain approvals.
• Set up containment and protect surfaces.
• Clean ductwork and components using specialized equipment.
• Document work with photos and records.
• Maintain equipment and follow safety procedures.
• Communicate professionally with customers and team.

Skills

Air duct cleaning experience

Communication skills

Tools

Negative-air machines

Air whips

Rotary-brush systems

Compressed-air tools

HEPA vacuums

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

Air Duct Cleaning Technician

Company: OCI Restoration

Location: Raleigh, North Carolina

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday, with occasional after-hours or emergency work

Compensation: Competitive pay based on experience

About OCI Restoration

OCI Restoration is a locally owned, veteran-owned disaster restoration company serving Raleigh and the surrounding areas. We provide water, fire, smoke, mold, odor, contents, and specialty cleaning services for residential and commercial properties.

We are looking for an experienced, dependable Air Duct Cleaning Technician to perform professional HVAC duct-system cleaning and assist with restoration-related projects.

Responsibilities

• Inspect residential and commercial HVAC duct systems
• Explain the recommended cleaning process to customers
• Set up containment and protect floors, walls, furnishings, and surrounding areas
• Clean supply and return ductwork using professional negative-air and agitation equipment
• Clean registers, grilles, diffusers, air handlers, blower compartments, and accessible HVAC components
• Remove dust, debris, construction contamination, soot, and other contaminants
• Perform duct cleaning following fire, smoke, water, mold, and construction-related losses
• Apply approved antimicrobial or deodorizing products when authorized and appropriate
• Take clear before-and-after photographs and document completed work
• Maintain accurate job records and equipment logs
• Clean, inspect, and maintain company equipment and vehicles
• Follow OSHA requirements, company safety procedures, and industry standards
• Communicate professionally with customers, property managers, technicians, and project managers
• Assist with other restoration and specialty-cleaning services when needed

Qualifications

• Previous professional air duct cleaning experience is strongly preferred
• Experience operating negative-air machines, air whips, rotary-brush systems, compressed-air tools, and HEPA vacuums
• Knowledge of residential and commercial HVAC duct-system construction
• Ability to recognize flexible duct, fiberglass duct board, internally lined ductwork, and sheet-metal ductwork
• Ability to work safely in attics, crawlspaces, mechanical rooms, and other confined areas
• Ability to use ladders and lift or move equipment weighing approximately 50 pounds
• Strong attention to detail and respect for customers’ properties
• Good communication and customer-service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a restoration team
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to pass applicable pre-employment screening

Preferred Certifications

• NADCA Air Systems Cleaning Specialist (ASCS)
• IICRC Odor Control Technician (OCT)
• IICRC Fire and Smoke Restoration Technician (FSRT)
• OSHA safety training
• Mold remediation or microbial-remediation training

Certifications are preferred but may not be required for a candidate with strong, verifiable field experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
• Full-time employment with opportunities for overtime
• Health-insurance and retirement benefits in accordance with company policy
• Paid training and opportunities to earn additional industry certifications
• Company-provided specialty equipment and personal protective equipment
• Opportunities for advancement as OCI Restoration continues to grow
• A professional, team-oriented workplace
• The opportunity to work for a locally owned, veteran-owned company

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has hands-on air duct cleaning experience, understands how to protect occupied properties, and takes pride in leaving every job clean and properly documented. We are looking for someone who is dependable, professional, mechanically inclined, and comfortable communicating directly with customers.