Lead Maintenance Technician

Curaleaf•Fargo, ND

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Curaleaf, the Lead Maintenance Technician is a hands-on, detail-oriented professional dedicated to ensuring safe and efficient operations. This role supports facility operations and asset integrity across Curaleaf sites, leveraging strong knowledge of mechanical systems, greenhouse environments, and general building maintenance. The Lead Maintenance Technician collaborates closely with Maintenance leadership on day-to-day operations, maintenance planning, and project execution, ensuring all activities adhere to company policies, SOPs, and regulatory requirements. The position requires leading by example through accountability, clear communication, and a strong focus on safety, compliance, and minimizing operational downtime. Key responsibilities include maintaining facility infrastructure, equipment, and MEP systems for operational efficiency, assisting with preventative maintenance programs, coordinating daily maintenance tasks, supporting repair evaluations and cost estimates, managing inventory of tools and supplies, coordinating with external vendors, maintaining facility cleanliness, communicating maintenance updates, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and assisting cross-functional teams.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in maintenance, facilities, or a related production environment, with working knowledge of building systems and repairs
Hands-on mechanical aptitude and can troubleshoot issues to support timely, effective maintenance
Comfortable in fast-paced environments and consistently meet productivity expectations
Demonstrate strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety and cleanliness
Communicate clearly and work well across teams, maintaining a professional and respectful approach
Organized, reliable, and able to manage tasks with urgency and follow-through
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and maintenance tracking systems

Nice To Haves

Hold a bachelor’s degree
Bring cannabis, agriculture, or regulated manufacturing experience
Worked with asset management or maintenance tracking software

Responsibilities

Support the maintenance and upkeep of facility infrastructure, equipment, and Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing systems to ensure operational efficiency and uptime
Assist in executing preventative maintenance programs, repair schedules, and vendor-coordinated services
Coordinate daily maintenance activities, including assigning tasks and supporting team productivity
Partner with Maintenance leadership on repair evaluations, cost estimates, and recommended solutions
Support inventory management of tools, parts, and supplies to ensure readiness and avoid delays
Coordinate with external vendors for inspections, preventative maintenance, and specialized repairs
Maintain cleanliness and functionality of all facility areas, including buildings, grounds, and shared spaces
Communicate maintenance activities and updates to impacted teams across the site
Assist with tracking maintenance activity and reporting on progress to leadership
Ensure compliance with company policies, SOPs, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
Support safety initiatives and help maintain a secure, compliant working environment
Assist cross-functional teams as needed to support overall site operations and continuity