What are the responsibilities and job description for the AutoMist Technician position at Kept Companies, Inc?
AutoMist Technician
Department: Field Operations Reports To: Operations Manager
Position Summary
The AutoMist Technician plays a vital role in the success of Kept Companies by performing scheduled monthly, quarterly, and hood and exhaust system cleaning services for restaurants and commercial kitchens. This position ensures that all work meets fire protection and safety guidelines, including NFPA 96 standards, while delivering exceptional service and maintaining company equipment to the highest standards.
The ideal candidate is professional, safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and capable of working independently in the field. All duties must be performed efficiently, accurately, and in alignment with company standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled commercial kitchen hood and exhaust system cleaning services monthly and quarterly inspections on the AutoMist system.
- Ensure compliance with fire protection and safety requirements, including NFPA 96 requirement.
- Inspect exhaust systems and document any NFPA 96 deficiencies for management and customer review.
- Troubleshoot technical and operational issues and implement effective solutions in the field.
- Safely install new systems and deinstall(remove) equipment at customer locations.
- Complete work orders, inspection forms, and digital documentation using company mobile applications.
- Maintain company tools, equipment, and vehicle in clean, safe, and fully functional condition.
- Follow all company safety procedures and standard of operations.
- Provide professional, courteous communication to restaurant staff and facility personnel and provide training.
- Participate in monthly travel assignments, including occasional single overnight stays.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Experience in commercial hood cleaning, fire protection services, mechanical work, or related fields preferred.
- Working knowledge of NFPA 96 standards (training provided as needed).
- Comfortable using mobile applications and digital reporting tools as well as hand tools, power tools, and basic mechanical knowledge.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, overnight shifts, and select weekends.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work in confined or elevated spaces.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
Compensation & Benefits (After 90 Days)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
Who We Are
Kept Companies is the largest self-performing commercial cleaning and maintenance company in the nation. With nine leading brands and over 100 locations nationwide, we deliver services to a wide range of industries including restaurants, solar, retail, transportation, and supermarkets.
Our areas of expertise include commercial fleet washing, retail equipment refurbishing and sales, refrigeration services, hood and coil cleaning, solar panel cleaning, and parking lot maintenance.
About Kept Companies, Inc
Kept is the parent company of nine leading facility maintenance brands. We started as a single mobile washing business and, over the years, expanded to become a complete and comprehensive suite of services. Now, we manage thousands of skilled employees and thousands of fully equipped vehicles. Since the beginning, hard work and perseverance have fueled our success. Our continued investments in sustainability, innovation, and technology allow each of our brands to provide the best service, at the best possible cost.