Facilities Maintenance Manager

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Silver Lion Farms is looking for a dedicated and motivated Facilities Maintenance Manager to join our team in Ely, Nevada
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We’re seeking an experienced Facilities Maintenance Manager to lead all maintenance operations across our large‑scale cannabis facilities, greenhouse, farm, and onsite housing in Ely, Nevada
. This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for protecting the reliability, safety, and performance of critical systems. You’ll set maintenance strategies, manage budgets and capital planning, and lead a facilities team—ensuring our infrastructure, equipment, and environmental controls operate safely, efficiently, and in full compliance every day.

This role is ideal for a proactive, technically strong facilities leader who thrives in complex environments, takes ownership of preventative maintenance, and has experience managing a facilities maintenance team. Greenhouse, farming, or cannabis experience is a huge plus.

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• Our competitive benefits package includes 100% company‑paid employee medical & life insurance, a 401k program, and a competitive PTO program.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• Relocation available.

• This is an on‑site position at our Ely, Nevada location at 30955 N. Alt, US-93, Ely, NV 89301 (Near intersection of US Rt 93 & US Alt Route 93).
• On‑call availability for occasional emergencies/weekend repairs may be required.

• Develop preventive and corrective maintenance programs for all greenhouse systems.
• Oversee maintenance of HVAC, irrigation, lighting, and climate control systems to maintain optimal growing conditions.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal cannabis facility regulations regarding maintenance, safety, and environmental standards.
• Manage and maintain facility cleanliness, trash pick‑up, and green‑waste collection, and ensure compliance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate repairs with internal teams and external vendors.
• Ensure emergency preparedness, including power backup systems, fire safety, and security infrastructure.
• Monitor greenhouse automation systems and recommend improvements to optimize efficiency.
• Ensure all compliance logs and maintenance records are properly documented and updated.
• Maintain non‑greenhouse site equipment and infrastructure, including the boiler house, propane tanks, waste removal systems, water pumps, forklifts, skid steers, and scissor lifts.
• Manage onsite housing maintenance and surrounding structures.

• Directly manage the Facilities Maintenance team, including performance management, coaching, scheduling oversight, disciplinary actions, and input on hiring, promotions, and terminations in partnership with HR.
• Set performance expectations, goals, and accountability standards for the maintenance department and ensure alignment with operational priorities.
• Lead succession planning and professional development for maintenance team members to support long‑term operational stability.

• Minimum:
  High school diploma or GED;
  Associate's or bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 6+ years of experience with increasing responsibility in facilities maintenance, preferably in a controlled environment agriculture (CEA) or cannabis greenhouse.
• 2+ years of facilities maintenance management experience.
• Knowledge of greenhouse operations (climate control, hydroponic systems, HVAC, irrigation, etc.) is highly preferred.
• Ability to obtain a Nevada Forklift Certification.
• OSHA 30, or other relevant certifications, preferred.
• Must be able to pass a background check and obtain any required cannabis industry credentials (CCB/Agent Card).
• Ability to provide on‑call support during weekends in response to maintenance breakdowns or repair emergencies.

• Technical Proficiency:
  Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• Problem‑Solving:
  Ability to diagnose issues and develop quick, effective…