Lead Hood Cleaning Technician

Hoods Unlimited Inc; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Company parties

Competitive salary

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Opportunitу for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Hoods Unlimited Inc in Bowling Green, KY is seeking an experienced Lead Hood Cleaning Technician to manage on-site cleanings of kitchen exhaust systems and lead a small crew.

You'll complete a fully paid training program at our Atlanta headquarters before returning to the Dallas area with a company vehicle and a complete equipment kit, with growth opportunities across the company.

Qualifications

• Prior hood/kitchen exhaust cleaning experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.
• Willingness to travel to Atlanta for training; travel expenses covered.
• Available for evening/overnight shifts; strong work ethic and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate on-site hood cleaning work and supervise a small crew.
• Operate pressure washers and degreasers safely and effectively.
• Capture before-and-after photos and maintain compliance documentation.
• Communicate professionally with restaurant managers and clients on-site.
• Transport between job sites across the Dallas area using a company vehicle.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Willingness to travel

Reliability

Tools

Pressure washers

Degreasers

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Benefits

• Company car
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Location

Bowling Green, KY

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 Dallas, TX. 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 Dallas 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 Dallas 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