Maintenance Technician

Acreage Holdings is the one largest vertically integrated, multi-state owner of cannabis licenses and assets in the U.S. We deeply believe in the transformational power that cannabis has to heal and change the world. Our mission is to champion and provide access to cannabis’ beneficial properties by creating the best quality products and experiences.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

The Maintenance Tech (MT) in our Freeport, IL facility – In Grown Farms, will assist as a member of the maintenance team responsible for the overall mechanical operation and maintenance of and with-in the facility. MT will perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on the production/cultivation facility and machinery. MT will provide observed meaningful feedback to leadership to ensure maintenance is real time, strategic, and executed seamlessly within the operation. MT will interact with vendors and contractors to ensure all jobs are leverage the appropriate level of expertise. The below listed duties and responsibilities are meant to serve as a broad overview of what’s required in this position. 

The main responsibilities of the Maintenance Technician include all aspects of the facility and the departments within in terms of addressing the respective maintenance and repairs necessary to maximize production and prevent failures while maintaining the highest levels of cleanliness and sanitation inside the facility and production areas. 

What you do: 

• Perform minor repairs of all buildings and equipment with minimal supervision. 
• Perform major repairs at the direction and under the supervision of the Maintenance Manager (MM). Major repairs may include working alongside and coordinating with external contractors or licensed tradesmen. Repairs can include emergency situations and/or scheduled repairs 
• Responsibly use and/or operate vehicles, tools, materials, parts, maintenance supplies and equipment when necessary and ensure that they are used safely, effectively, and efficiently. 
• install and maintain new equipment (assembling racks, installing dehumidifiers, etc.) at the direction of the (MM). 
• Follow maintenance and repair schedules set forth by the (MM) and ensure routine maintenance is performed in a timely and efficient manner. 
• Work closely with the operational Directors to manage facilities and equipment safely in accordance with operational needs. 
• Repair equipment, along with repairs including but not limited to grow lights, fans, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc. 
• Execute work request system along with a record keeping process. 
• Process and log all maintenance and repair work to include daily report on the status of repairs. 
• Conduct safety inspections to ensure all equipment is operating optimally and create a cadence for ongoing inspections. 
• Aid in receiving and storing of supplies and materials across all departments 
• Assists in verifying manifest, break down pallets and boxes, and stages/stores all supplies to proper destination.  
• Installs new equipment as needed. 
• Manages facility repair requests 
• Scheduling when maintenance is outside of realm of expertise, but continuously learning from contractors to eliminate the need for outside services when possible.  
• Troubleshoots minor maintenance problems involving electrical, structural, plumbing, and equipment repair or replacement. (Major repairs may include planning and coordination with external contractors or licensed tradesman.) 
• Performs preventive maintenance procedures on building mechanical equipment and systems  
• Helps team complete daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment maintenance procedures and maintains records of scheduled maintenance procedures. 
• Aids in obtaining estimates for supplies, repair parts; and assist with ordering items as needed 
• Responsible for accountability of vehicles, tools, materials, and equipment when necessary and ensures that they are used safely, effectively, and efficiently 
• Ensures that all facility resources are well-maintained, well-organized, and reordered promptly 
• Aids in yearly review of all processes to ensure proper permitting and licensing 
• Assists with the Operations Manual and SOP maintenance relating to Facilities Maintenance 
• Other duties as assigned 

*Scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. 

Administrative Duties: 

• Maintains accurate records of repairs, equipment cleaning, maintenance and calibration and any other facility systems related logs assigned by the (MM). 
• Promptly reports any system failure, malfunction, or facility damage to the (MM)
• Assist the (MM) with the completion of daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment, and maintenance procedures 

Additionally: Assist in the completion of secondary Facilities tasks at the direction of the (MM) according to company needs. Follow all aspects of the workplace safety program, biosafety program, and maintain compliance with all rules and regulations. And maintain a clean and safe environment on the production floor. 

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:  

• High school diploma or equivalent experience. An Associate’s Degree preferred 
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in building and mechanical equipment maintenance and repair 
• A strong knowledge of trades- plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, tile, miscellaneous repairs and maintenance or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience 
• Experienced with MS Word, Excel, computerized maintenance management and project management software 
• Knowledge of the marijuana industry strongly preferred or other highly regulated industry 
• Work history showing flexibility and willingness to accept additional projects or challenges 

Additional Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• Knowledge of a variety of building maintenance procedures and techniques 
• Knowledge of machinery, equipment, and tools necessary for the maintenance and repair of buildings 
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions 
• Skill in reading and following blueprints and assembly instructions 
• Skill in using hand and power tools 
• Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos 
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization 
• Successful track-record with being a team player 
• Flexibility and creativity with finding solutions 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and absolute reliability and honesty 

Physical Demands: 

• The ability to lift 50 lbs regularly and care for a distance of 100 feet 
• The ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces 
• This position requires occasional extended and repetitive use of arms hands and fingers to cut and manipulate small objects 
• The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly most of the day 
• Extended time standing walking bending and reaching 

Mandatory Qualifications: A successful candidate will need to be 21 years of age and in compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Must complete a State/Federal background check and fingerprinting and meet requirements to be approved and obtain a IL Department of Agriculture Cannabis Cultivation Center Agent badge.