Position Summary
- The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing,
and improving the HVAC, plumbing, lighting, equipment, building systems, and grounds
associated with a large commercial greenhouse and production facility. This position
plays a critical role in maintaining reliable operations by responding to equipment
failures, completing preventive maintenance, identifying potential issues before they
result in downtime, and maintaining a safe and functional facility.
- The ideal candidate is a well-rounded maintenance professional with experience in
mechanical, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and/or general facility maintenance. This
individual should be comfortable working independently, troubleshooting unfamiliar
problems, and supporting a wide variety of equipment and systems in a fast-paced
production environment.
Key Responsibilities
HVAC & Environmental Systems
- Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and assist with repairs of air handling units (AHUs),
rooftop units (RTUs), air conditioning systems, dehumidifiers, exhaust systems, fans,
pumps, and related environmental equipment.
- Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on AHUs, chillers, boilers,
pumps, valves, piping, heat exchangers, and associated mechanical systems.
- Monitor equipment for alarms, leaks, abnormal temperatures, pressures, vibration, noise,
or other indications of equipment failure.
- Replace filters, belts, bearings, motors, actuators, sensors, and other common mechanical
components as needed.
- Assist HVAC and mechanical contractors with diagnostics, repairs, and major preventive
maintenance.
- Maintain clear access to HVAC equipment and keep mechanical areas clean and
organized.
- Perform routine cleanings and maintenance and repairs on industrial chillers and boilers.
Electrical & Lighting
- Inspect electrical panels and identify tripped breakers or other obvious electrical issues.
- Troubleshoot and replace switches, receptacles, lighting components, ballasts/drivers,
contactors, relays, and other basic electrical components within the employee's level of
training and authorization.
- Inspect greenhouse and production lighting systems to ensure lights are operating
according to schedule.
- Troubleshoot lighting failures and coordinate more advanced electrical repairs with
licensed electricians when necessary.
- Assist with installation and maintenance of electrical connections and controls.
Plumbing & Irrigation
- Identify and repair plumbing and irrigation leaks throughout the facility.
- Maintain pumps, valves, piping, hoses, drains, sinks, toilets, faucets, and other plumbing
components.
- Inspect irrigation systems for leaks, damaged fittings, clogged lines, or malfunctioning
equipment.
- Assist with troubleshooting water pressure, drainage, and water distribution issues.
- Respond quickly to leaks or other conditions that could result in facility or crop damage.
Production Equipment
- Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs on production and
processing equipment.
- Maintain motors, conveyors, pumps, bearings, gearboxes, pneumatic components,
sensors, and other mechanical components.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and work with production personnel to minimize
downtime.
- Assist equipment manufacturers and outside technicians with advanced troubleshooting
and repairs.
- Maintain service records and identify recurring equipment failures that may require
corrective action or equipment replacement.
Greenhouse & Facility Maintenance
- Perform general building repairs including doors, locks, walls, ceilings, flooring,
shelving, fixtures, and other facility components.
- Maintain greenhouse structures and associated mechanical equipment.
- Inspect the facility daily for water leaks, light leaks, damaged equipment, safety hazards,
unusual conditions, or developing maintenance concerns.
- Perform minor carpentry, painting, fabrication, mounting, and installation projects.
- Assist with facility improvement and construction projects as needed.
- Maintain mechanical rooms, maintenance areas, storage areas, and facility grounds in a
clean and organized condition.
Landscaping & Grounds
- Maintain exterior landscaping and facility grounds.
- Perform mowing, trimming, weed control, debris removal, and general groundskeeping.
- Maintain outdoor drainage areas and keep equipment access points clear.
- Inspect exterior areas for drainage, erosion, vegetation, fencing, lighting, and other
maintenance concerns.
Preventive Maintenance
- Complete scheduled preventive maintenance on greenhouse, HVAC, production, and
facility equipment.
- Follow manufacturer-recommended maintenance intervals when applicable.
- Lubricate equipment, change filters, inspect belts, check fluid levels, clean coils, inspect
electrical connections, and complete other routine PM activities.
- Document completed maintenance activities within the company's maintenance/ticketing
system.
- Identify recurring failures and recommend repairs, upgrades, or replacement of unreliable
equipment.
- Maintain an organized inventory of commonly used maintenance parts, filters, belts,
fittings, tools, and supplies.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in industrial, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and/or facility
maintenance preferred.
- Working knowledge of mechanical equipment, HVAC systems, electrical systems,
plumbing, pumps, motors, and basic controls.
- Experience troubleshooting equipment and identifying root causes of mechanical failures.
- Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, meters, ladders, lifts, and maintenance
equipment.
- Ability to read equipment manuals, wiring diagrams, schematics, and basic mechanical
drawings preferred.
- Experience with chillers, boilers, AHUs, RTUs, dehumidification systems, or commercial
HVAC equipment is strongly preferred.
- HVAC, electrical, mechanical, EPA 608, or other relevant trade certifications are a plus
but not required.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain any state-required credentials for working within a
regulated cannabis facility.
