Please note: This role is an overnight shift -- typically shift starting around 8-10pm and finishing around 4-6am. Candidates with overnight work experience are strongly preferred. This will be a full-time position working 40-55 hours per week. This is a leadership position that involves leading a night crew and provides opportunity to advance within the organization.
Why join us?
Competitive Pay
Weekly Bonus (up to $250) Opportunity
Paid Holidays
Free Uniforms While Working
Company Vehicle While Working
Paid Training
Who are we? Kitchen Guard is a growing leader in commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning, protecting restaurants and facilities with fire-safe, code-compliant service. We combine top technology, unmatched service, and a commitment to excellence. We’re not another faceless chain — we’re your neighbors, and we take pride in our work.
Job Overview: As a Foreman / Lead Technician at our Nebraska location, you'll be at the heart of our operations, leading a two-person crew providing professional cleaning of kitchen exhaust systems (hoods, filters, ducts, and fans) according to NFPA 96 standards. You’ll run nightly service routes, manage job quality, oversee safety, and be the face of Kitchen Guard at customer sites.
Responsibilities:
Clean and service commercial kitchen exhaust systems, covering hoods, ductwork, filters, and exhaust fans
Efficient setup and takedown of job sites and equipment
Performing tasks independently without direct supervision
Lead and train route technicians
Maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles
Manage inventory and supplies
Document service details and customer conditions
Ensure strict compliance with all safety protocols
Solve problems on-site and communicate effectively with customers
Requirements:
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (required)
Be physically able to climb ladders to gain rooftop access to commercial establishments
Ability to squat, lift, and carry 50 lbs., a minimum of 100 feet
Able to stand for 10 hours at a time
Able to work overnight shifts (8:00 PM – 8:00 AM)
Have excellent attention to detail and work fast and efficiently
Experience leading a small crew (preferred)
Hands-on mentality — willing to work alongside team
High reliability and customer service focus
Ready to Lead? If you take pride in doing high-quality work, leading by example, and keeping kitchens safe, we want to hear from you.
Join us in paving the way for excellence in commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning services. We await your passion and expertise!
Kitchen Guard is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal or state law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.