Hood Cleaning Technician (Tallahassee, FL)

Position Overview

We're hiring Hood Cleaning Technicians in Tallahassee, FL. This role is hands-on, fast-paced, and essential to ensuring fire safety in commercial kitchens. You'll work mostly overnight shifts cleaning exhaust systems, documenting services, and working as part of a team to deliver excellent results.

All new hires begin with paid hands-on training at our headquarters in Atlanta (Woodstock, GA). During this training, housing and food are fully covered by the company. The training period typically lasts 6–12 weeks, depending on each individual's experience level and performance. Experienced crews may complete training in as little as 2–4 weeks before returning to Tallahassee to begin full-time work in their local market. Training pay is $18–$23 per hour and applies only during the short training period. Once training is completed, technicians transition to full pay, earning $1,350–$2,000+ per week based on performance and efficiency.

What We Offer

• Paid training in Woodstock, GA (housing and food provided)
• Training pay: $18–$23/hour (only during training)
• Training duration: typically 6–12 weeks; experienced crews may complete in 2–4 weeks
• Full-time pay after training: $1,350–$2,000+ per week based on performance
• Steady, year-round work
• Company-provided uniforms, equipment, and vehicle
• Clear advancement path with leadership opportunities
• Company vehicle (after training)
• Company parties
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free food and snacks during training
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training and development

Responsibilities

• Clean commercial kitchen exhaust systems to fire code standards
• Operate cleaning equipment, lifts, and vehicles safely
• Work overnight shifts (Sunday–Thursday nights typical)
• Take before-and-after photos and submit reports
• Deliver professional customer service at client locations
• Support team members to ensure jobs are completed on time

Qualifications

• No experience required – full training provided
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, and work on rooftops
• Comfortable with overnight work
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and safety-focused

Compensation Summary

• Training Period: $18–$23/hour (6–12 weeks, depending on experience)
• Post-Training: $1,350–$2,000+ per week
• Experienced crews: May complete training in 2–4 weeks
• The $18–$23/hr rate applies only during the training period in Atlanta. Once you complete training and begin full-time work in Tallahassee, you will transition to our production-based pay model, where technicians regularly earn between $1,350 and $2,000+ per week depending on performance and efficiency.

About Hoods Unlimited

At Hoods Unlimited, we are a leading provider of commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning services, committed to delivering high-quality work to clients across multiple states. We take pride in our focus on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. We invest in our team through training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities. Whether you are new to the industry or bringing experience to the table, this is a company where your hard work directly pays off. Join us and be part of a team that is not just about getting the job done, but about doing it right.