Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Northeast Alternatives/Sapura is a growing, award-winning, seed-to-table cannabis retail brand specializing in the highest quality cannabis products Massachusetts and Michigan has to offer. Constantly focused on developing and ingenuity, NEA strives to achieve this by adding skilled and motivated team players. These goals are met by seeking out diverse, talented individuals to further the company's mission and provide unique and new ideas. As the business continues to grow, our team will continue to grow, allowing us to be the best in our specialized market. If you are motivated, eager to learn, dedicated, flexible and excited about joining an incredible industry, Northeast Alternatives is the perfect place to be!

Job Description:

We are seeking an individual who is able to quickly learn, understand and repair complex HVAC, (including low voltage wiring and controls in connection with building management systems) plumbing, irrigation/fertigation systems, and electrical systems. Good communication skills and an ability to lead a staff, schedule and direct contractors, and generally be responsible for the facility maintenance is critical. This position is based in Kalkaska Michigan and will require a minimum of 40-45 hours per week, including occasional evening and weekend work.

Successful characteristics and qualifications of the ideal candidate first and foremost is a problem solver and individual contributor who is proactive, trustworthy, and conscientious. A sense of urgency and goal oriented is critical for success in this role.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Inspect buildings, equipment, and systems to identify any issues.
• Repair faulty equipment and damaged structures.
• Manage HVAC, plumbing/fertigation systems to guarantee 100% uptime
• Plan and schedule repairs.
• Conduct periodic quality checks on buildings, equipment, and systems to ensure everything is up to standard.
• Perform general maintenance tasks including landscaping, painting, and carpentry.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be available to work weekends and holidays when necessary.
• A trade license is not required but a plus.
• Personal hand tools are required for all jobs.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Some hands-on experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Able to Lift 75 lbs and Push/Pull 100 lbs
• Able to repeatedly perform the following tasks: sit, stand, stoop, stretch, bend, twist, reach, carry, lift, push, and pull

Perks/Benefits:

• Employee Discount
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Training
• Free Uniform
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Health Benefits and more…

The Ideal Candidate:

• Has Cannabis Industry Experience

Northeast Alternatives has a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and aspires to be reflective of the diverse communities we serve. We aim to attract and hire qualified candidates who hold these same values, provide diverse perspectives, and contribute to creating a workplace where all employees experience a sense of belonging.

Northeast Alternatives is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, NEA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.