Lead Hood Cleaning Technician

Hoodsunlimited; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Company parties

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Hoodsunlimited in Dallas, TX is hiring for a full-time kitchen exhaust cleaner. You will lead on-site work, operate cleaning equipment, and ensure compliance with NFPA 96 standards.

The role starts with hands-on training in Atlanta, GA, paid at $18–$25/hour, with all travel and lodging covered. After training, you return to Dallas with a company vehicle and a stocked kit, contributing to safety and quality across sites.

Qualifications

• 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.)
• Willingness to travel to Atlanta for the training period (all expenses paid)
• Available to work evening/overnight shifts as needed

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Valid driver's license

Willingness to travel

Leadership experience

Job description

Benefits

• Company car
• Company parties
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Location

Dallas, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Pay

$18–$25/hr during training • $1,350–$1,650/week after training

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