Facility Maintenance Technician

Cresco Labs•Kankakee, IL

About The Position

Cresco Labs is seeking a Facility Maintenance Technician to keep the facility in satisfactory condition for production and manufacturing operations. The role maintains building systems and equipment, completes assigned maintenance work, coordinates with vendors and contractors, and supports facility operations across indoor production, warehouse, office, and outdoor environments. The technician needs a variety of practical maintenance skills, including plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, and HVAC. The position follows a Wednesday–Sunday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Pay is listed as $24–$26 USD; final compensation may depend on location, market data, skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Requirements

1–3 years of industrial building maintenance experience preferred.
Ability to read machine prints and perform machine repair.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Hands-on experience installing piping systems for air, water, and steam; industrial electrical installations; and control circuits.
Relevant technical knowledge.
Experience in a production environment using mechanical, electrical, and plumbing troubleshooting skills; utility-installation experience involving electrical, steam, air, or process piping is a plus.
Must be able to drive a forklift, car, van, and truck.
Must tolerate exposure to dust and pollen in a cultivation center.
Must be able to crouch and reach to install or move equipment, bending at the waist or through the legs and spine.
Must be able to stand, sit, kneel, and lift equipment or plants weighing up to 50 pounds for extended periods.
Must be able to perform job duties in indoor and greenhouse climates up to 90°F.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Must comply with all legal and company regulations for working in the industry.
Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

HVAC certification is preferred.
Production-environment experience with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing troubleshooting and utility installations is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist with building inspections, procuring bids, building operations, leasing, and projects as needed.
Complete work lists in a timely manner.
Routinely check HVAC, doors, interior and exterior lighting, the roof, and general premises.
Maintain building systems, including lighting, HVAC, thermostats, life-safety systems, and building security such as fencing.
Repair mechanical equipment as directed and keep a log of maintenance performed.
Perform electrical work, including bulb and ballast replacement, as well as plumbing, painting, and carpentry as required.
Keep keys to all areas marked and organized, and know which keys open which areas.
Patrol the building exterior for garbage and maintain the landscaping vendor relationship.
Handle snow, salting, and other grounds work as required, including maintaining the snow-plow vendor relationship.
Maintain relationships with HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors.
Maintain an inventory of janitorial, mechanical, and electrical supplies.
Move equipment, tools, or supplies between properties as required.
Run errands, including picking up supplies from vendors.
Assist with roof maintenance and repair work as needed.
Perform touch-up painting and drywall patching as needed.
Troubleshoot and solve miscellaneous facility problems.
Monitor utility usage and manage building energy systems, including the building automation system.
Use hearing, eye, and footwear protection when necessary.
Mark store-purchase receipts properly and submit packets bi-weekly.
Shred and dispose of facility waste properly.
Perform other duties as necessary.