Maintenance Technician

Column Technical Services is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician with strong electrical focus to support, troubleshoot, and maintain our facility and operations in Buchanan, MI. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on professional who enjoys problem-solving and working with facility systems in the cannabis industry. Candidates with commercial or industrial electrical experience, including licensed electricians, are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the Role

The Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in ensuring our facilities, equipment, and systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. While this is a multi-craft maintenance position, we prioritize candidates with strong electrical experience who can troubleshoot, maintain, and repair facility equipment, motors, controls, and electrical systems. This role involves preventive maintenance, equipment installation, repairs, troubleshooting, and supporting facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on facility and operational equipment.
• Diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and recommend effective solutions.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, controls, motors, pumps, and related equipment.
• Respond to maintenance and repair requests in a timely manner.
• Assist with grow room setup and support systems including:
  • HVAC
  • Irrigation
  • Lighting
  • CO₂ systems
  • Other operational equipment
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot new and existing equipment.
• Coordinate and oversee contractors and vendors performing on-site work.
• Respond to emergency maintenance situations as needed.
• Complete daily maintenance logs and equipment reports.
• Conduct regular facility inspections to identify and address mechanical, electrical, or safety issues before they impact operations.
• Ensure all contractors and vendors follow established safety and operational procedures.
• Assist with facility improvement projects and other maintenance-related tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and repair experience in commercial, industrial, or facility environments.
• Experience working with electrical controls, motors, pumps, and related equipment.
• Experience working with PVC or poly piping systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Electrician (Journeyman or Master) strongly preferred.
• Commercial or industrial electrical experience.
• HVAC knowledge and experience.
• Mechanical maintenance experience.
• Plumbing experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, agricultural, greenhouse, cultivation, or industrial facilities.

Don't check every box? We still encourage you to apply. We're looking for motivated individuals who are eager to learn, contribute, and grow their careers.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout facilities.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stretch, climb, kneel, crawl, and perform physical maintenance tasks.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely work around electrical, mechanical, and facility systems.