Maintenance Technician

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced, skilled and detail-oriented Tech to join our Maintenance team in a cannabis cultivation and processing facility. The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and installing systems to support cannabis production and its facility. Included: grow lighting, HVAC systems, environmental controls, electrical panels, processing equipment, and general facility maintenance. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years experience in industrial or agricultural facility maintenance and possess strong troubleshooting skills with a focus on safety and compliance.

• Maintenance and Repair:
  • General facility maintenance, including drywall repair, painting, light plumbing repairs, order pick‑ups, etc.
  • Inspect and troubleshoot electrical systems, including grow lighting, 24 V irrigation systems, RO skid, RTU’s, 277/480 V panels, 120/208 V panels.
  • Perform routine maintenance on HVAC and grow equipment to ensure all components operate efficiently and safely.
  • Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams and directions.
• System Installation and Upgrades:
  • Assist installing, maintaining, modifying, and repairing switches, relays, circuit breakers, wiring, fans, generators, RTU service, lighting systems, dehumidification systems, steam generation systems, pumps, ozone generators, etc.
  • Assist installing and configuring systems for new grow rooms, processing areas, and facility expansions.
  • Upgrade and optimize existing systems to support energy efficiency and operational improvements.
• Compliance and Safety:
  • Ensure all work adheres to local and state codes, as well as cannabis industry regulations.
  • Follow OSHA and facility‑specific safety protocols while maintaining a clean and hazard‑free work environment.
• Environmental Controls:
  • Work with the Maintenance team on 24 V irrigation and lighting panels.
  • Work with the Maintenance team and environmental systems support to ensure proper functioning of temperature, humidity, and CO₂ controls critical to cannabis cultivation.
  • Maintain and repair backup power systems, including generators and battery backups.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and system upgrades.
  • Report system status and issues to management, providing recommendations for improvements.
  • Use MAINTAIN X for our PM software and task management.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  • Work closely with cultivation, processing, and facilities teams to minimize downtime and maintain seamless operations. Work independently efficiently.
  • Help maintain consistent room turnover rate throughout the year.
  • Provide support for equipment used in cannabis extraction, packaging, and other production processes.
• Other Duties:
  • On‑call for emergency situations.
  • Assist in inspecting contractor installation of electrical components and future projects.

• Education / Certification and Requirements:
  • High school diploma or equivalent (required).
  • EPA license (preferred).
  • Knowledge of state and local building codes and regulations.
  • Additional certification in OSHA, HVAC, electrical, plumbing or controls systems is a plus.
  • Own reliable transportation.
  • Lift, push, pull 50 + lbs.
  • Use a ladder, step stool, man hatch and lift.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 5 years of experience as a Maintenance tech in commercial applications. Experience with cannabis facilities is not a must but highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with grow lighting systems (e.g., LED, HPS), climate control systems, and automated 24 V irrigation systems is highly desirable.
• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Self‑starter, aggressive work ethic, and ability to work with minimal supervision on some tasks.
  • Basic computer and typing skills.
  • Ability to respond calmly and clearly to emergency situations.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Demonstrates the ability to walk, stand, stoop, reach, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, balance, climb and lift a maximum of 50 lbs. Unassisted.

Hours:

0700 - 1545, however flexibility is a must. We will schedule projects for weekends. On‑call for emergencies is required.

Posting: $25 per hour.

Please DO NOT CALL for application status updates. For inquiries, email