Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Technician

Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Technician

Hood Washers | Portland, OR (Vancouver/Portland metro)

Job Type: Part-Time, with future Full-Time opportunity

Schedule: Evening / Night Shifts

Pay: Based on experience and individual jobs

About Hood Washers

Hood Washers is a fast-growing commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning company. We believe our success starts with our people, so we invest in training, equipment, and growth opportunities for every technician on our team. Whether you've cleaned hoods before or you're looking to learn a new trade, we'll give you the support to succeed.

About the Role

As a Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Technician, you'll work as part of a crew servicing commercial kitchens, helping restaurants keep their exhaust systems clean, safe, and up to code. This is hands-on, physical work performed during evening and overnight hours when kitchens are closed. May also be called upon to pressure wash roofs, drive thrus, walk ways, parking lots, and clean grease traps.

What You'll Do

• Clean commercial kitchen exhaust hoods and ventilation systems
• Clean exhaust fans, filters, ductwork, and related components
• Remove grease buildup using professional-grade cleaning equipment
• Operate pressure washers and other specialized tools
• Set up and protect kitchen equipment and surrounding areas before cleaning
• Follow company safety procedures and cleaning standards
• Complete service documentation and job records
• Keep the work area clean and organized
• Communicate professionally with restaurant managers and customers
• Work efficiently while maintaining high quality standards
• Work both independently and as part of a team, supporting teammates as needed
• Clean roofs or drainage systems, as our offerings to customers are currently expanding

What We're Looking For

Previous hood cleaning experience is a plus but not required — we provide training. Experience in any of these areas is helpful:

• Hood or exhaust cleaning
• Pressure washing
• Commercial or residential cleaning
• Construction or maintenance
• HVAC
• Landscaping
• Restaurant or kitchen work
• Janitorial services
• Other skilled trades or hands-on work

Ideal candidates are:

• Reliable, coachable, and take pride in their work
• Detail-oriented
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable in hot, wet, and greasy environments
• Comfortable on ladders and at elevated heights
• Able to lift and carry equipment and supplies
• Available for evening and/or overnight shifts
• Strong communicators with good customer-service instincts

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Willingness to travel to job sites across the Vancouver/Portland metro area (~25%)

What You'll Get

• Pay based on experience and the jobs performed
• Hands-on training and ongoing development
• Professional equipment and tools
• A supportive, team-first environment
• Opportunities for advancement and to build specialized skills
• Recognition for hard work and quality performance
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid training and professional development assistance
• Referral program

Screening Questions

• Are you looking for full-time, part-time, or either?
• Are you available to work evening and/or overnight shifts?
• Do you have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license?
• Are you comfortable working in hot, wet, greasy commercial kitchen environments?
• Are you comfortable climbing ladders and working at elevated heights?
• Are you able to lift and carry equipment and supplies?
• Do you have experience in hood cleaning, pressure washing, construction, maintenance, HVAC, cleaning, restaurant work, or another hands-on field?
• Are you willing to travel to different locations around the Vancouver/Portland metro area (~25%)?
• How soon are you available to start?
• What interests you about working with Hood Washers?

Hood Washers is an equal opportunity employer. People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Willing to travel to different locations around the Vancouver/Portland metro area?

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25