Maintenance Technician

At TerrAscend, we're on a mission to elevate the lives of our patients and customers. We cultivate exceptional marijuana therapies for patients and high-quality products for legalized adult recreational use. As one of North America's largest and fastest-growing multi-state, vertically integrated cannabis operators, we're at the forefront of innovation and excellence. Together we grow, shaping the future of cannabis. Join us on this exciting journey and be part of something extraordinary! It's a Joint Effort We believe that How We Work Together Matters.  Our priority is to assemble a team that believes not just in what we do but how and why we do it.  Our most successful team members know that being of service to our patients, our customers, and each other is what separates us from other organizations. Our continued success is dependent upon bringing together the brightest minds in business with best-in-class cultivation and elevated patient and customer experiences, so we continue to set the standard for the industry.  Sound like weed be a good fit?  Here's where you come in.   Our next Full-Time Maintenance Technician will be responsible to perform basic and routine facilities maintenance, construction, and repair tasks according to service, quality, and safety standards. Following standards operating procedures, installs inspects, repairs, and performs preventative maintenance to mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and safety systems. Being a facility technician, you will assist with miscellaneous facility projects, including managing irrigation systems, maintaining grow room systems, basic grounds maintenance and oversight and working with outside vendors to complete projects on site. You will be expected to utilize a work order system to log activities as required. To Be Blunt You will be challenged to work tactically to ensure complete and on time execution of daily/monthly tasks. One minute you will be inspecting buildings, equipment, and systems to identify any issues.
The next minute you will be repairing faulty equipment units and damaged structures as needed. And the next minute conducting periodic quality checks of equipment and systems to ensure everything is up to standard and maintaining HVAC system maintenance and preventative maintenance. Regardless of the task, it's critical you have strong situational awareness and EQ as you'll work within a diverse team in the organization. Where you'll be planted This position will be on-site at our Waterfall, PA facility. Hours will 7am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday.
\n All benefits-eligible employees are provided the following benefits:Employee Discount (all employees eligible)Paid-Time-Off (varies by State, please ask your Recruiter for more info)Health, vision, and dental insurance98Point6 (remote primary care)401k with 4% matching (100% vested immediately)Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Parental LeaveLife InsuranceShort & Long Term DisabilityFlexible Spending AccountWellness Program Environmental Factors:This position requires working in an environment that has a high amount of plant matter and pollen. Areas of the facility reach high/low temperatures with high humidity levels. Employees may have exposure to conditions such as dust, plant matter, and particles that affect the respiratory system, eyes, or skin, depending on department job assignments.  Employees are required to wear protective gear and have the option to wear eye and ear protection. Certain areas of the facility use harsh chemicals for cleaning such as bleach and can have repetitive movements. Employees should be comfortable and capable of working under all of the above conditions. Physical Requirements:Able to push, pull, lift, or move a minimum of 50lbsCapable of sitting, standing kneeling, bending, squatting, and/or walking for extended periods of timeCapable of using hands and fingers to touch, handle, feel and pickAbility to work with hazardous chemicals (butane, propane, etc.) following strict safety guidelinesUtilize chemicals (such as bleach) to clean and maintain facility/equipmentMust wear PPE (clothing protection), close-toed non-slip shoes, and optional ear/eye protection To be blunt, this role will be about:Inspect buildings, equipment, and systems to identify any issues.Repair faulty equipment units and damaged structures as needed.Manage heating and plumbing systems to guarantee functionality. HVAC system maintenance and preventative maintenance.Conduct periodic quality checks of equipment and systems to ensure everything is up to standard.Coordinate Monthly PM tasks with Facility Manager.Maintain a PM program throughout facilitiesMaintain a clean and safe environment. What we're high on...We value diverse skillsets, talents, and experiences. To be successful in this role we know you'll need:High school diploma or equivalent qualification.Aerial Lift and Fork Lift certifications are a plusHVAC or Plumbing certifications and/or licensing are a plusAdvanced understanding of general maintenance procedures and techniques.Physically capable and available to work overtime including weekends, public holidays, and evenings.Effective problem-solving abilities.Must be well-organized and have the ability to prioritize tasks.
\n*** Background Check Requirement *** As a condition of employment, a complete background investigation will be conducted based on the rules of the specific State in which the employee is hired. Typically, the state investigative process includes a state and federal background check.
EEO Statement At TerrAscend, employees and applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. TerrAscend is committed to assuring equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.
TerrAscend is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, to include gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and coworkers.
Disclaimer This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The list of job responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and the like is not exhaustive, rather it is illustrative of the current essential functions required for the position.
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