Technician - Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning

Hoodz of Kansas City; Grandview (MO); On-site; USD 24,108 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Paid time off

Professional training and certification

Company vehicle

Job summary

Hoodz of Kansas City is hiring for a hands-on position to inspect and clean commercial kitchen exhaust systems. The role requires night shifts, from Sunday through Thursday, with starting pay between $17.50 and $20 per hour depending on experience and reliability.

We offer competitive performance bonuses, free training, and a clear career path. Our ideal candidate will take pride in their work, have a valid driver’s license, and be comfortable with physical tasks. Join us in making restaurants safer!

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on rooftops.
• Comfortable with physical, hands-on work.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and clean commercial kitchen exhaust systems.
• Document work with before-and-after photos.
• Drive company vehicle to client locations.

Skills

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Ability to follow safety protocols

Job description

HOODZ of Kansas City is the local franchise of North America's largest and most recognized commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning company — with over 50 years in the industry and nearly 1,000 active accounts across Kansas City and surrounding areas. We clean the exhaust hoods, ductwork, and rooftop fans that keep restaurants safe and compliant.

What You’ll Earn

• $17.50–$19/hr to start — based on experience and reliability
• Performance bonuses up to $4,000+/year — earned monthly. Show up, do great work, and get paid more for it.
• Early access to your pay via ZayZoon — no waiting until payday if you need it

What You’ll Do

You and your crew will roll out each night after restaurants close and get to work inspecting and cleaning commercial kitchen exhaust systems from top to bottom — hood, filters, ductwork, and rooftop fans — using professional‑grade pressure washing equipment and cleaning techniques. No two nights are exactly the same. You’ll be moving, climbing, pressure washing, and leaving every location cleaner and safer than you found it.

Specific Responsibilities Include

• Pressure washing kitchen exhaust systems: hoods, ductwork, filters, and exhaust fans
• Setting up and breaking down job sites per HOODZ standards
• Operating specialized cleaning equipment
• Keeping your truck stocked, clean, and ready
• Driving a company work vehicle to client locations
• Documenting your work with before‑and‑after photos through our app

What We Offer

• $17.50–$20/hr starting pay — above average for the Kansas City market
• Up to $4,000+/year in performance bonuses — paid monthly
• Free professional training and certification — we cover the cost of your 1‑day certification training
• Uniform provided
• Company vehicle — drive to jobs in a HOODZ truck, no personal mileage
• ZayZoon — access your earned pay before payday when you need it
• 1 week paid time off / vacation per year
• Consistent schedule — nights, Sunday through Thursday. Same days every week. Your weekends are yours. Plenty of overtime available, but not required.
• Real career path — roof tech → lead tech → service manager. Members of our leadership team started exactly where you’re starting.

Why HOODZ Of Kansas City Is Different

We pay you to get better. Our monthly performance bonus plan rewards quality work, professional behavior, and going above and beyond — not just clocking in.

We invest in your skills. You’ll receive hands‑on training from experienced techs and earn industry certifications.

We run a tight, respected operation. Our crews are known in the KC restaurant community. When you wear a HOODZ shirt, it means something.

The work matters. Grease buildup is the #1 cause of commercial kitchen fires in the U.S. The job you’ll be doing is genuinely important — restaurants, their staff, and their customers are safer because of what you do.

This Job Is a Fit If You…

• Are available to work nights, Sunday through Thursday
• Hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Are comfortable with physical, hands‑on work — lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing ladders, and working on rooftops
• Take pride in doing things the right way, not the fast way
• Can pass a background check and drug screen
• Want a job where hard work is actually noticed and rewarded

No experience in hood cleaning required. Previous experience in construction, maintenance, pressure washing, mechanical work, or food service is a plus — but not a requirement. We’ll train the right person.