Hood Technician
About The Position
The Hood Technician cleans grease from commercial kitchen cooking exhaust systems and performs supervisory functions relating to crews. The work includes cleaning exhaust systems and fans, inspecting and cleaning up work areas, performing some maintenance, taking photos, completing paperwork, and keeping the truck and equipment in working condition. The technician drives between the shop and job sites and is expected to arrive at scheduled appointments on time. Work is performed after facilities close, both indoors and outdoors. The technician often works alone with a helper and must interact professionally and honestly with restaurant management and staff. The position involves working on roofs and with filters, ladders, chemicals, and other equipment while following safety requirements and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment. Summit Fire & Security offers training, career advancement, competitive pay, bonus opportunities, and an affordable benefits package for eligible employees. The company also supports professional development through continued training and education, including reimbursement for certain career-development programs and potential bonuses for specific certifications.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Leadership skills and the ability to motivate and provide direction.
- Ability to work with hand and power tools.
- Critical and safety-forward thinking skills.
- Ability to collaborate and work with employees at all levels.
- Strong diligence and accuracy.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English with employees and customers.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to comply with the company’s Drug and Alcohol policy and background-screening requirements, which may include customer-specific requirements.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, lifting under 60 pounds, reaching, standing, and walking for extended periods; occasional lifting over 60 pounds and working at heights.
- Ability to consistently wear required personal protective equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Light mechanical ability.
Responsibilities
- Clean grease from commercial kitchen exhaust systems, including fans and filters.
- Inspect work, clean up, and perform some maintenance.
- Take photos of completed work.
- Drive to and from job sites and the shop.
- Complete required paperwork.
- Keep the truck and machine in working condition.
- Work safely on roofs, ladders, and with chemicals.
- Arrive on time for scheduled appointments.
- Perform supervisory functions relating to crews, including providing direction.
- Interact professionally with restaurant management and staff.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employer-paid long-term disability
- Employer-paid short-term disability
- Voluntary accident and hospital indemnity benefits
- Life insurance for team members and dependents
- Employee assistance program
- Employee referral program
- Training opportunities and career advancement
- Competitive pay and bonus opportunities
- Reimbursement for certain career-development programs
- Potential bonuses for specific certifications
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
