Commercial Hood Cleaning Technician - Night Schedule
About the role
Nelbud is hiring Commercial Hood Cleaning Technicians to clean and maintain commercial kitchen exhaust systems for restaurants and facilities throughout the Chicago area. This is a physically demanding, overnight field position involving pressure washing, ladder climbing, rooftop work, equipment setup, and industrial cleaning. No hood cleaning experience is required; paid, hands‑on training is provided.
Responsibilities
- Clean commercial kitchen exhaust systems, including hoods, ductwork, and exhaust fans
- Remove grease buildup using pressure washers and specialized cleaning equipment
- Work on rooftops, ladders, and around commercial kitchen equipment
- Travel to customer locations as part of a field‑based crew
- Protect customer work areas and maintain a clean jobsite
- Follow company safety procedures and standards
- Deliver professional, dependable service to customers
- Perform physically active, hands‑on work in indoor and outdoor environments
- Work as part of a team‑based field crew
- Participate in ongoing training and career development
Requirements
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- Ability to work overnight and varying schedules
- Ability to perform physical labor and work at heights
- Reliable, dependable, and eager to learn
- Strong work ethic and positive attitude
Qualifications
While hood cleaning experience is not required, experience in construction, landscaping, pressure washing, roofing, HVAC, duct cleaning, pest control, restoration, manufacturing, warehouse work, military service, or other physically demanding work translates well to this role.
Benefits
- Paid, hands‑on training
- Structured 30‑60‑90 day career path
- Advancement and additional compensation opportunities
- Long‑term career development opportunities
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Stable, full‑time employment with a growing national company
Schedule
Shift start times vary based on customer schedules, typically beginning between 6:00 PM and midnight. Overnight work with varying start times.