Hood I.Q. Technician
About The Position
Kept Companies is a commercial cleaning and maintenance company serving restaurant, solar, retail, transportation, and supermarket industries. The Hood I.Q. Technician performs scheduled commercial kitchen hood and exhaust-system cleaning services and inspections of AutoMist systems. The role ensures work meets fire-protection and safety guidelines, including NFPA 96 standards, while providing professional customer service and maintaining company equipment. The technician works independently in the field, troubleshoots issues, documents inspections and work digitally, installs and removes systems, and participates in monthly travel assignments that may include an overnight stay.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Working knowledge of NFPA 96 standards; training is provided as needed.
- Comfort using mobile applications, digital reporting tools, hand tools, and power tools, with basic mechanical knowledge.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, overnight shifts, and select weekends.
- Ability to lift more than 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work in confined or elevated spaces.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to work in multiple environments and in extreme heat and grease.
- Ability to communicate professionally with customers.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in commercial hood cleaning, fire-protection services, mechanical work, or related fields.
Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled monthly and quarterly commercial kitchen hood and exhaust-system cleaning services and AutoMist system inspections.
- Ensure compliance with fire-protection and safety requirements, including NFPA 96.
- Inspect exhaust systems and document NFPA 96 deficiencies for management and customer review.
- Troubleshoot technical and operational issues and implement solutions in the field.
- Safely install new systems and remove equipment at customer locations.
- Complete work orders, inspection forms, and digital documentation using company mobile applications.
- Maintain company tools, equipment, and vehicle in clean, safe, and functional condition.
- Follow company safety procedures and standard operating procedures.
- Communicate professionally and courteously with restaurant staff and facility personnel, and provide training.
- Participate in monthly travel assignments, including occasional single overnight stays.
Benefits
- Health insurance after 90 days.
- Dental insurance after 90 days.
- Vision insurance after 90 days.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
