Night Shift Hood Cleaning Team Lead — Lead a Growing Crew

Steel Mountain Fire & Safety; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Steel Mountain Fire & Safety is seeking a Kitchen Exhaust Hood Cleaning Team Lead to join our Charlotte, NC service area. You will lead nightly hood cleaning crews, ensure safety, quality, and compliance with NFPA 96 standards while delivering professional service to restaurant clients.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of leadership or team lead experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work independently on night shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of leadership or team lead experience.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Strong work ethic with excellent attendance and reliability.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise hood cleaning crew members during nightly service calls.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to company quality standards.
• Clean commercial kitchen exhaust systems, including hoods, ductwork, filters, and exhaust fans.
• Inspect systems before and after cleaning to verify all work has been completed properly.
• Troubleshoot job site challenges and determine the best course of action when unexpected issues arise.
• Train and mentor new crew members while promoting a safe and professional work environment.
• Communicate professionally with customers when needed.
• Maintain accurate service paperwork, job documentation, and photographs.
• Keep company vehicles clean, organized, and fully stocked with tools, supplies, and replacement parts.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on cleaning equipment to ensure safe operation.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA guidelines, and NFPA 96 standards.
• Represent Steel Mountain Fire & Safety professionally at every customer location.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Steel Mountain Fire & Safety is seeking a Kitchen Exhaust Hood Cleaning Team Lead to join our Charlotte, NC service area. You will lead nightly hood cleaning crews, ensure safety, quality, and compliance with NFPA 96 standards while delivering professional service to restaurant clients.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of leadership or team lead experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work independently on night shifts.