Job Description

Hoodz of Hampton Roads is looking for mature and responsible people to join our team!

We clean kitchen exhaust cleaning systems during the overnight hours.  The start and end times vary, so you must be flexible.

If you are working hard at your current job and feel like no one notices, then this is the place for you!

This company and its owners are driven by making a difference in our employees' lives!

Your asking your self, do I need to do anything crazy, NO!

If you can show up on time, work hard and tack pride in your work, then that is all we ask!

This is not rocket science.  We  use chemical and hot water to remove dangerous grease buildup in kitchen exhaust systems.  This includes fast food places, family dining places and churches and schools.

We a 90 day evaluation. It is not hard to get multiple raises in each year!

We provide the training and unirforms.

We offer paid time off, holiday pay and sick pay!

To be transparent:

Is it a dirty job?  Yes it can be for the first few months.  But we are performing a service that is required by law and vital in keeping all the restaurants we all eat at!

We do work as 2 person teams.  It can get physical going up and down ladders, dragging hoses inside and to the roo, but we work together!

If this sounds interesting to you, and you want to start changing your life, please apply!

Job duties may include, but not limited to:

  • Power washing kitchen exhaust systems: including hoods, ductwork, filters and exhaust fans.
  • Set up and take down of all job sites and equipment. Including hanging plastic sheeting, securing ladders, wiping down of stainless steel hoods, setting up wet/dry vacuums, high-pressure hoses, pre-sprayers, etc.
  • Operation of cleaning equipment such as wet/dry vacuums, high-pressure hoses, and pre-sprayers.
  • Previous experience in the operation of a scissor and/or articulating boom lift a plus
  • Ability to lift/carry 50 pounds, wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and climb ladders to gain rooftop access in commercial and industrial establishments.
  • Being able to multi-task many job duties at the same time and coordinate the job to its completion
  • Maintaining and reporting any deficiencies of customer equipment.
  • Complete work projects from start to finish, with limited supervision.
  • Providing a high level of customer service through communication with customers and team members.
  • Have the desire to learn quickly and be able to work in a fast-paced work environment with a growing company. 
  • Must take pride in your work

SKILLS / REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must have valid driver's license and personal vehicle to get to our Operations Headquarters located in and around the Gloucester, VA area
  • Pass initial and ongoing background checks
  • Pass initial and ongoing drug tests
  • Safe driving record
  • Work in small/tight areas
  • Physically able to lift/carry up to 50 lbs. for 100 ft.
  • Physically able to kneel/stand for long periods of time.
  • Must be able to climb ladders daily and be comfortable working at heights
  • Must have a cell phone for communication
  • Be mechanically inclined and dedicated to learning the HOODZ Way – our systems and processes 
  • Must work well with others
  • Comfortable with heights and working in high places.

Core Values :

  • Show dignity, and respect for all employees and customers.
  • View every shortcoming or failure as an opportunity to learn and excel the next time.
  • Give employees an opportunity to excel every day, then show them how they did.
  • Give customers an opportunity to feel good about choosing us every time we service them.
  • Give employees a living wage with benefits to promote self-worth, loyalty, and care for all customers.
  • An atmosphere that values integrity and works diligently to meet customer needs.

Job Type: Full or part time

Compensation:

  • $21 per hour starting pay with no experience 

Job Location:

  • Gloucester  -  meet at the shop in Gloucester and travel to job locations in Company vehicle

Required license or certification:

  • Driver's License

To learn more about the position of being a HOODZ Exhaust Cleaning Technician visit our HOODZ Careers Page at http://careers.hoodzinternational.com/technicians