Entry Level Facilities Maintenance Technician Cannabis Industry

WhyNYCANNA LLC DBA THE BOTANIST

NYCANNA LLC DBA THE BOTANIST is a subsidiary of Canopy USA LLC a leading vertically integrated multi-state operator in the United States cannabis industry. With the transition of Acreage Holdings to Canopy USA LLC in December 2024 Canopy USA LLC is now positioned to consolidate operations across its three business units Wana Jetty and Acreage realizing synergies cost savings and supporting growth in state-legal markets across the U.S.

Through coverage of key market segments including flower via Superflux vape and concentrates via Jetty edibles and beverages via Wana and retail through The Botanist Canopy USA LLC is well positioned to accelerate growth with an emphasis on the Midwestern and Northeastern U.S. markets. As newly formed Canopy USA LLC we are building a stronger more agile organization that will unlock greater opportunities across the growing US cannabis market.

Who youll work for: NYCANNA LLC DBA THE BOTANIST

Our Culture:

Here at NYCANNA LLC DBA THE BOTANIST we believe in people first. We value our people and encourage continuous opportunities to learn develop and grow. We pride ourselves in innovation and passion for the cannabis industry.

We are always looking for motivated people who share our vision to join our team. Think you have what it takes Then come grow with us!

About the Role:
The Facilities Technician (FT) provides the daily care and focused attention necessary to maintain a clean efficient and operational environment within the facility. FT will perform inspections maintenance and repairs on the cultivation facility and machinery as directed by the on-duty supervisor. FT will provide meaningful feedback to leadership to ensure maintenance is real time strategic and executed seamlessly within the operation. FT will interact with vendors and contractors to ensure all jobs leverage the appropriate level of expertise. The position offers a collaborative work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision 401(k) plan life insurance short and long-term disability insurance paid time off holidays pet insurance and other paid leaves of absence.

How youll make a difference:

• Responsible for daily sanitation procedures including bathrooms hallways break areas and anything inside/outside of the facility.
• Restocks all PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) trash and restroom supplies throughout the building daily.
• Perform minor repairs of all buildings and equipment with minimal supervision including but not limited to grow lights fans HVAC plumbing electrical etc.
• Perform major repairs at the direction and under the supervision of the Facilities Manager. 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.) as directed by the Facilities Manager.
• Troubleshoots minor maintenance issues involving electrical structural plumbing and equipment.
• Follow maintenance and repair schedules set forth by the Facilities Manager and ensure routine maintenance is performed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Scheduling maintenance when the scope is outside realm of expertise but continuously learning from contractors to eliminate the need for outside services when possible.
• Other duties as assigned; scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
• Undertake occasional custodial and janitorial tasks (shoveling snow from the sidewalk)
• Wash the employees uniforms in our onsite washer/dryer area and sorts by employee ensuring that employees have clean uniforms for their shift every day.
• May help in other departments as needed/Other duties as assigned.

Administrative Duties:

• Maintains accurate records of repairs equipment cleaning maintenance and calibration and any other facility systems related logs assigned by on-duty supervisor.
• Promptly reports any system failure malfunction or facility damage to the Facilities Manager
• Assists with the completion of daily weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment and maintenance procedures
• Must be able to adhere to facility SOPs.

Additionally: Assist in the completion of secondary Facilities tasks 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.

Skills to be Successful:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience required. A Bachelors Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in building and mechanical equipment maintenance and repair preferred.
• A strong knowledge of trades- plumbing electrical carpentry drywall tile miscellaneous repairs and maintenance or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of the marijuana industry strongly preferred or other highly regulated industry.
• Work history showing flexibility and willingness to accept additional projects or challenges.

Key Qualifications

• Basic Math required for inventory projections and measurements
• Knowledge of use and maintenance of industrial cleaning equipment and appliances
• Excellent time-management skills; Ability to effectively plan and prioritize
• Ability to maintain confidentiality; Absolute reliability and honesty
• Ability to focus; Attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team; Ability to communicate clearly and calmly
• Ability to remain calm in periods of high stress or unusual activity
• Skill at using computers
• Mechanical skill

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm ET**

**Subject to change as business needs.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Manufacturing environment that requires extended time standing walking bending and reaching. Ability to carry up to 50lbs for up to a distance of 100ft may be required. Occasional extended and repetitive use of arms hands and fingers to cut and manipulate small objects. Ability to work in a humid and pollinated environment.

• Extended time standing walking bending and reaching
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for a distance of 100 feet
• Close visual focus required
• This position occasionally requires the extended and repetitive use of arms hands and fingers to cut and manipulate small objects.
• Must wear company-provided lab coats hair/beard nets gloves surgical masks and safety glasses/ goggles/ splash shield while working in the lab.
• Must adhere to the Syracuse facility general hygiene requirements.

E-Verify Participation Notice

This Employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

What is E-Verify E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from and employees Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification to data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

Code of Conduct:

All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in the Code of Conduct.

NYCANNA LLC DBA THE BOTANIST is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation disability or protected Veteran status. We appreciate your interest in NYCANNA LLC DBA THE BOTANIST. If you need assistance with completing an online application due to a disability please send a request to Please be sure to include Accommodation Request in the subject line.

Required Experience:

Junior IC