Commercial Hood Cleaning Technician - Overnight Shift

Nelbud is hiring Commercial Hood Cleaning Technicians to clean and maintain commercial kitchen exhaust systems for restaurants and facilities throughout the Indianapolis area. This physically demanding, overnight field position involves 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

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

• No hood‑cleaning experience required
• Experience in construction, landscaping, pressure washing, roofing, HVAC, duct cleaning, pest control, restoration, manufacturing, warehouse work, military service, or other physically demanding work can translate 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

• Overnight work with varying start times, typically between 6:00 PM and midnight
• Physically active, hands‑on work
• Indoor and outdoor work environments
• Rooftop and ladder work
• Team‑based field work
• Ongoing training and career development

About Nelbud

For more than 40 years, Nelbud has helped businesses protect their people, property, and facilities through commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning, fire protection, grease management, and related services. The company promotes from within and invests in employees; many leaders started as technicians and advanced through training, hard work, and dedication.