Facilities Technician

Story Cannabis Co; Abell (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off with holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k retirement plan

Short-Term & Long-Term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee referral program

Job summary

Story Cannabis Co. is seeking a Facilities Technician to keep our Maryland manufacturing facility running smoothly, safely, and efficiently.

You will perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, and support day-to-day facility operations to ensure compliance and production readiness. Responsibilities include maintaining electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and production equipment; conducting inspections; and collaborating with lab and production teams to meet operational needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or trade certification preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in facilities, maintenance, or a related role (manufacturing environment preferred).
• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair a variety of facility and equipment issues.
• Familiarity with preventative maintenance programs and documentation.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety practices; OSHA knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on facility systems including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment or building issues to minimize downtime and ensure safe operations.
• Support facility inspections and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Monitor and maintain building systems to ensure compliance with state, local, and cannabis industry regulations.
• Assist with installation, calibration, and upkeep of production and processing equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.
• Respond promptly to urgent repair requests or equipment failures.
• Collaborate with lab and production teams to ensure facilities meet operational needs.
• Help maintain facility cleanliness, organization, and security.

Skills

Electrical systems

Plumbing

HVAC

Mechanical systems

Preventive maintenance

Safety procedures

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade certification preferred

Job description

Story Cannabis was built by misfits on a mission — people bold enough to shift the cannabis narrative and create something better. Founded in 2021 by industry veterans, Story is a vertically integrated company headquartered in Phoenix, operating across Arizona, Maryland, Ohio, and Louisiana, and we’re just getting started.

Our vision is to bring hope, happiness, and healing to the world through cannabis, and we’re doing it one state, one store, and one customer at a time.

Leadership defines how we show up. Data drives how we grow. Gratitude keeps us grounded. Unity fuels our momentum. And growth, in every sense, inspires everything we do.

If you’re ready to challenge what’s expected and shape the future of cannabis, your next chapter starts with Story.

Overview:

The Facilities Technician plays a key role in keeping our cannabis manufacturing facility running smoothly, safely, and efficiently. This position is responsible for performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting equipment, and supporting day-to-day facility operations. From electrical systems and HVAC to plumbing, production equipment, and building upkeep, the Facilities Technician ensures our facility stays compliant, functional, and optimized for production.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on facility systems including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and production equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment or building issues to minimize downtime and ensure safe operations.
• Support facility inspections and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Monitor and maintain building systems to ensure compliance with state, local, and cannabis industry regulations.
• Assist with installation, calibration, and upkeep of production and processing equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.
• Respond promptly to urgent repair requests or equipment failures.
• Collaborate with lab and production teams to ensure facilities meet operational needs.
• Help maintain facility cleanliness, organization, and security.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or trade certification preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in facilities, maintenance, or a related role (manufacturing environment preferred).
• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair a variety of facility and equipment issues.
• Familiarity with preventative maintenance programs and documentation.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety practices; knowledge of OSHA standards a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to respond to after-hours emergencies when needed.
• Experience in the cannabis industry or regulated manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and able to obtain/maintain all state-required cannabis badging, which includes a pre-employment background check.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license or state ID card.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Must be capable of sitting, squatting, standing, kneeling, bending, or walking for long durations.
• Must have the ability to push, pull, or lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Allergen warnings - Potential exposure to dust, pollen, and plant pathogens.
• May require daily use of provided PPE.

Maryland Pay Range

$19 - $21 USD

• Paid time off (PTO) including 8 paid holidays per year*
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*
• 401k retirement savings plan*
• Company paid Short-Term & Long-Term disability*
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)*
• Employee referral program

*For full-time positions only

We want our story to be one that fosters an inclusive culture and provides an enriching employee experience. As an equal-opportunity employer, we embrace individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all individuals, including those who may have encountered legal issues related to previous marijuana laws. We understand that these laws have disproportionately impacted certain communities and individuals. We are committed to considering all candidates based on their qualifications, skills, and potential to contribute to our team, rather than focusing solely on past legal encounters. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those with past involvement with the legal system, to apply for positions within our organization.

Voluntary Self-Identification

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file.

As set forth in Story Cannabis’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.

An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.