Maintenance Technician I

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Tech I

DEPARTMENT

Maintenance, Sanitation & Inventory

REPORTS TO

Facilities Manager

EMPLOYMENT TERM

Full Time

COORDINATES WITH

All Departments

DIRECT REPORTS

N / A

POSITION BASED IN

Chestertown, NY

Last Updated : 02.14.2025

Fluent is a premier medical cannabis company, with cultivation, processing and retail locations in Florida, Texas and Pennsylvania. Our purpose is to compassionately provide patients access to the highest level of medical cannabis in an unrivaled, professional healthcare environment with outstanding customer service. Patient care always comes first at Fluent and our standards, practices, and performance is unmatched.

We are looking for a maintenance technician who want to work alongside great talent and create a positive work experience for our team. We are focused on continuous improvements, which creates development opportunities, engaged feedback, and increased contributions towards our goals as a leader in the medical cannabis industry.

Find out more at www.getfluent.com. Follow us on LinkedIn.

ROLE SUMMARY

Fluent is looking for an entry-level Maintenance Technician to assist and learn from our senior-level technicians. The Maintenance Tech role is responsible for helping the Maintenance team perform various maintenance and repair activities to machinery, equipment, and facility. This position performs several maintenance functions in and around the facility, including providing routine, emergency, and scheduled / preventative maintenance to the building and associated equipment to maintain

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate with and assist the Maintenance team with preventive maintenance and repairs and other tasks as assigned
• Monitor operation and proper use of all equipment and systems (i.e inspect, repair machinery, and replace or install equipment such as fans, dehumidifiers, railings, lights, drives, doors, ramps, etc.)
• Properly document start and completion of assigned tasks using Monday.com software
• Help maintain irrigation systems and troubleshoot electrical issues.
• Utilize, maintain and keep track of power tools and mobile equipment.
• Conduct daily visual Inspections inside and outside of the facility
• Basic plumbing repairs such as plugged sewer lines, urinals, commodes, faucets and water valve.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Adhere to compliance with health and safety standards and company policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

SKILLS

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position operates in or around cultivation and manufacturing environments. This role routinely monitors and repairs cultivation processing equipment and occasionally uses office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk, maneuver up and down ladders and stairs; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to individually lift up to 50 lbs. This position also requires long periods of standing, walking, bending, and other physical demands and the ability to work in extreme weather conditions for extended periods.

POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

Monday - Friday, 7 am - 3 : 30 pm.

This position may require some overtime as company needs arise. Availability to work holidays is essential.

TRAVEL

Travel is primarily local during the business day.

REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Minimum of 1 year of maintenance and general repair experience is a plus but on the job learning will be provided

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Per state law, must be at least 21 years of age.

Must successfully complete a comprehensive background check.

Must pass a drug screening

Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP / EEO Statement

Fluent is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other classification protected by law.

COMPANY BENEFITS

Fluent provides comprehensive benefits offerings to all full-time employees. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance and a paid-time-off program.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send an updated resume to HR@getfluent.com. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to submit proof of such eligibility.

Please note : Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.