Kitchen Hood Cleaning Technician

Done Right Hood & Fire Safety is an FDNY-approved fire-safety company specializing in commercial kitchen exhaust system cleaning. We proudly serve all five boroughs, New York City, Long Island, and Westchester. Our crews play a key role in keeping restaurants safe by removing combustible grease from hoods, ducts, fans, and electrostatic precipitators using professional-grade pressure-washing equipment, most often during overnight hours when kitchens are closed. We’re growing fast and looking for hands-on, reliable, and motivated individuals who want to build a long-term career. This position offers clear growth potential to become a Crew Lead and eventually move into management as we expand.

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Responsibilities

• Drive a company van to 1–3 restaurant locations per shift and ensure safe, on-time arrivals.
• Set up work areas, protect customer property, and operate hot-water pressure washers to clean kitchen hoods, ducts, fans, and precipitator units.
• Communicate professionally with restaurant managers to coordinate access and completion of jobs.
• Lead and train 1–2 crew members, teaching proper cleaning methods, safety, and quality standards.
• Follow FDNY, NFPA 96, and company safety procedures for fire prevention, chemical handling, and PPE.
• Use a mobile app to record before/after photos, service reports, and job details.
• Maintain and clean equipment, restock supplies, and report any issues immediately.
• Be dependable, professional, and a team player; our success depends on consistency and trust.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (CDL not required).
• 1+ year of experience in hood cleaning, power washing, or related manual labor.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 60 lbs, climbing ladders, and working in confined or greasy spaces.
• Willing to work nights, early mornings, or occasional daytime shifts (overtime available).
• Strong communication and leadership skills with a safety-first attitude.
• Reliable, responsible, and ready to learn—we’ll teach the rest!

Preferred Qualifications

• FDNY Certificate of Fitness
• OSHA-10 certification
• Prior crew-lead or supervisor experience

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Stable, full-time hours
• Career advancement opportunities with a growing company

Pay

$18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Schedule

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person
Ability to Commute: Brooklyn, NY 11207 (Required)