Lead Hood Cleaning Technician — Own Your Route & Grow

Hoodsunlimited; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Company parties

Competitive salary

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Hoodsunlimited in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Lead Hood Cleaning Technician to manage on-site exhaust cleaning projects. You will lead a small crew, operate cleaning equipment, and ensure NFPA 96 standards are met after training at our Atlanta headquarters.

The role starts with a fully paid training program, followed by driving a company vehicle, using a full equipment kit, and handling documentation and client communications.

Qualifications

• Prior hood/kitchen exhaust cleaning experience strongly preferred.
• Comfortable working at heights, on ladders and rooftops.
• Physically able to perform demanding manual labor in varying conditions.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete kitchen exhaust system cleanings in accordance with NFPA 96 standards.
• Lead and coordinate on-site work, guiding junior technicians when part of a crew.
• Operate pressure washers, degreasers, and other cleaning equipment safely.
• Take before-and-after photos and complete service documentation for each job.
• Communicate professionally with restaurant managers and clients on-site.
• Drive company vehicle to and from job sites across the Charlotte area.

Skills

Hood cleaning experience

Leadership

Heights work

Manual labor

Driver's license

Travel for training

Evening/overnight shifts

Job description

Hoodsunlimited in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Lead Hood Cleaning Technician to manage on-site exhaust cleaning projects. You will lead a small crew, operate cleaning equipment, and ensure NFPA 96 standards are met after training at our Atlanta headquarters.

The role starts with a fully paid training program, followed by driving a company vehicle, using a full equipment kit, and handling documentation and client communications.