Apprentice Technician - Overnight Kitchen Exhaust Hood Cleaner

About the role

We are seeking dedicated, hardworking technicians to join our team. Our vision is to be the largest and best hood cleaner in all of Iowa. As an Apprentice Technician, you will work overnight on a 2 to 3 person crew and be responsible for removing all the grease from commercial kitchen hood systems.

Responsibilities

• Remove all grease from kitchen exhaust hoods, ducts, and fans using scrapers, chemicals, and pressure washers
• Shine the hood so it sparkles
• Wow the customer by leaving the kitchen cleaner than when you arrived
• Work efficiently as a team until the job is done
• Complete multiple jobs throughout the night
• Use our app to document each job with pictures and notes
• Keep your tools and van clean and organized
• Solve issues by using what you learned and your experience, referring to process, and collaborating with other technicians

Requirements

• Be nice!
• Able to bend, climb, kneel and stand for long periods
• Physically able to lift 50lbs
• Available to work overnight Monday - Thursday between 5pm and 9am
• Willingness and ability to use a 24 foot extension ladder to access rooftops
• Willingness to go onto tall roofs to complete jobs
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check
• Eligible to legally work in the United States

The Journey To Junior Technician

The apprenticeship program provides hands-on training at $20 per hour. During the first two weeks, you will focus on learning the basic anatomy of a kitchen exhaust system, be introduced to our specialty tools and the tricks of the trade, and learn about our company policies and quality expectations. The following weeks provide you time to hone your newly learned skills in a supportive environment focused on your success. Once you show competency as an apprentice, you graduate to a junior technician and become eligible for performance-based pay of up to $25 per hour. The apprenticeship lasts 30 to 90 days.

Compensation

Up to $25 per hour based on performance

Benefits And Other Stuff

• Medical and Dental Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Simple IRA
• 4-day Work Week
• Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay
• Internal Promotion Opportunities

HOODZ of Central Iowa provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and abilities.