Lead Kitchen Exhaust Tech | NFPA 96 Pro, Bonuses & Growth

Kitchen Guard of Colorado; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Company parties

Free food & snacks

Relocation bonus

Signing bonus

Training & development

Job summary

Kitchen Guard of Colorado is seeking a Lead Technician with kitchen exhaust cleaning experience to join our Colorado team. You will lead a 2-person crew, ensure NFPA 96 compliance, and deliver clean, safe systems on every site.

You’ll climb ladders, manage field operations, document results with photos and reports, and mentor junior technicians while advancing with strong performance and reliability. Night shift availability required to support client needs.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of kitchen exhaust cleaning experience.
• Understanding of NFPA 96 codes and grease containment systems.
• Ability to work independently and train junior associates.
• Manage a 2-person crew for setup, teardown, and cleanup.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• NFPA 96 compliance: full-system cleaning of hoods, ductwork, and rooftop fans to bare-metal standards.
• System diagnostics: pre- and post-service inspections, identifying system deficiencies or fire hazards that others miss.
• Documentation: capture high-quality photo/video documentation of the entire system to ensure 100% client transparency and fire marshal compliance.
• Fleet & gear management: oversee vehicle organization and ensure all specialized tools are maintained and ready for the next shift.

Skills

Kitchen exhaust cleaning

NFPA 96 knowledge

Leadership

Team leadership

Driver's license

Job description

Kitchen Guard of Colorado is seeking a Lead Technician with kitchen exhaust cleaning experience to join our Colorado team. You will lead a 2-person crew, ensure NFPA 96 compliance, and deliver clean, safe systems on every site.

You’ll climb ladders, manage field operations, document results with photos and reports, and mentor junior technicians while advancing with strong performance and reliability. Night shift availability required to support client needs.