Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Technician

Total Group of Companies is looking for a Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Technician to join our team of fire and safety professionals! This role will focus on inspecting and cleaning commercial kitchen exhaust systems in accordance with NFPA 96, applicable fire-code requirements and company procedures.

Daily tasks and activities include, but are not limited to:

• Inspect and clean commercial kitchen exhaust systems

• Clean kitchen hoods, filters, grease-removal devices, accessible ductwork, exhaust fans and related components

• Remove grease and other combustible deposits using approved cleaning methods

• Set up containment and protect kitchen equipment and surrounding areas

• Safely operate pressure-washing, scraping and degreasing equipment

• Access rooftop exhaust fans using ladders and approved fall-protection equipment

• Complete before-and-after inspections and take clear photographs of completed work

• Apply service labels and complete required cleaning documentation

• Identify and report inaccessible areas, damaged components and other deficiencies

• Maintain company tools, cleaning equipment, PPE and vehicles

• Communicate professionally with clients and site representatives

• Follow all company and site-specific health and safety procedures

The ideal candidate would possess the following traits:

• Detail-oriented and safety-driven

• Reliable, punctual and flexible

• Comfortable completing physically demanding work

• Comfortable working at heights and accessing rooftops

• Able to work independently and as part of a team

• Professional with strong communication skills

• Organized and able to complete accurate documentation

• Willing to learn and expand their technical knowledge

• Comfortable working in hot, greasy and physically challenging environments

• Positive, dependable and solutions-focused

To be considered for this role, you must meet the following criteria:

• Authorized to work in Canada and possess a valid SIN

• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence with a minimum of three years of driving experience

• Ability to provide a satisfactory driver’s abstract

• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds

• Ability to climb ladders and work safely at heights

• Flexible availability to work nights, early mornings, weekends and after hours as required

• Willingness to travel and work remotely as needed

• Ability to stay in hotels, camps or other employer-arranged accommodations during remote assignments

• Ability to wear all required PPE and respiratory protection when applicable

• Ability to complete client and site-specific orientations as required

To be selected for this role, you require the following training and certifications:

• Approved Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Certification, such as Phil Ackland Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Certification, MFS Exhaust Hood Cleaning School or equivalent training accepted by the applicable authority

• Training and knowledge of NFPA 96 commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning requirements

• Fall Protection

• WHMIS

• Standard First Aid with CPR/AED

• Ladder Safety

• Valid respiratory mask fit test, or the ability to obtain one before beginning work

The following experience and certifications would be considered assets:

• Previous commercial kitchen exhaust or hood-cleaning experience

• Previous pressure-washing or industrial-cleaning experience

• CSTS 2020

• H2S Alive

• Confined Space Entry and Monitor

• Aerial Work Platform or Elevated Work Platform certification

• Experience working on rooftops or around commercial exhaust fans

• Experience completing service reports and photographic documentation

• Experience working night shifts and travelling for remote projects

Why Join Total Group?

At Total Group of Companies, we are committed to providing professional fire and life safety services across Canada. We take pride in building strong teams, supporting employee growth, and delivering dependable safety solutions to our clients.

For the right candidate, we are open to discussing a relocation package to support a successful transition into this role.