Maintenance Technician

TerrAscend USA Inc.; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

TerrAscend USA Inc. seeks a Full-Time Maintenance Technician at their Waterfall, PA facility. This role involves performing routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems while working in a dynamic cannabis production environment. Candidates must have a high school diploma and be physically able to handle tasks under various conditions.

Benefits

Employee Discount

Paid-Time-Off

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401k with 4% matching

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Short & Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Must be physically capable and available for overtime, including weekends and holidays.
• Advanced understanding of general maintenance procedures and techniques is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and routine facilities maintenance, construction, and repair tasks.
• Manage heating and plumbing systems and conduct periodic quality checks on equipment.
• Assist with miscellaneous facility projects and manage irrigation systems.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

HVAC or Plumbing certifications

Aerial Lift and Fork Lift certifications

Job description

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!

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.

Where you’ll be planted

This position will be on-site at our Waterfall, PA facility. Hours will 7am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday.

All benefits-eligible employees are provided the following benefits:

• Employee Discount (allemployees eligible)
• Paid-Time-Off (varies by State, please ask your Recruiter for more info)
• Health,vision, and dental insurance
• 98Point6 (remote primary care)
• 401k with 4% matching (100% vested immediately)
• Employee AssistanceProgram
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness 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 50lbs
• Capable of sitting, standing kneeling, bending, squatting, and/or walking for extended periods of time
• Capable of using hands and fingers to touch, handle, feel and pick
• Ability to work with hazardous chemicals (butane, propane, etc.) following strict safety guidelines
• Utilize chemicals (such as bleach) to clean and maintain facility/equipment
• Must 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 facilities
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• On Call rotation

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 plus
• HVAC or Plumbing certifications and/or licensing are a plus
• Advanced 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.

*** 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.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

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. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.

Esta Organización Participa en E-Verify.

Este empleador participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en losEE.UU.. Si E-Verify no puede confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar, este empleador está requerido a darle instrucciones por escrito y una oportunidad de contactar al Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (DHS) o a la Administración del Seguro Social (SSA) para que pueda empezar a resolver el problema antes de que el empleador pueda tomar cualquier acción en su contra, incluyendo la terminación de su empleo. Los empleadores sólo pueden utilizar E-Verify una vez que usted haya aceptado una oferta de trabajo y completado el Formulario I-9. Para más información sobre E-Verify, o si usted cree que su empleador ha violado sus responsabilidades de E-Verify, por favor contacte a DHS.

Statement on External Recruiting Agencies

TerrAscend and all affiliates do not accept blind resume submissions from external recruiting agencies. No fee will be paid to agencies who submit candidates without being under contract for an active search with TerrAscend.