Facilities Manager
Vireo HealthElk River & Otsego, MN
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Job Description
Who we are:At Vireo Health, we’re not just another cannabis company—we’re a movement. Founded by physicians and driven by innovation, we blend science, technology, and passion to create top-tier cannabis products and experiences. Our team of 500+ bold creators and trailblazers are shaping the future of the industry, and we want you to be part of it.We take pride in being one of the most diverse and inclusive workplaces in cannabis, fostering a culture where everyone belongs. Through employee engagement, community events, and non-profit partnerships, we’re building more than a business—we’re building a community.As we rapidly expand nationwide, we’re looking for talented, driven, and passionate people to join us. If you’re ready to turn your passion into a career, let’s grow the future together.What the role is about:The Facilities Manager is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and continuous improvement of the company’s greenhouse, manufacturing, and retail facilities. This role requires a highly organized professional who understands the trades and systems that keep complex operations functional — including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical processing equipment, and structural upkeep.Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Facilities Manager oversees facility projects, vendor coordination, preventive maintenance programs, sanitation practices, and retail support. This individual ensures facilities remain compliant, safe, efficient, and cost-effective, while prioritizing labor utilization and resource management to maximize value.What impact you'll make:
- Work with trades to collect bids, review quotes, and ensure timely execution of contracted work.
- Project manage facility upgrades, repairs, and improvements across greenhouse, manufacturing, and retail locations
- Act as liaison with Corporate Real Estate to execute facility improvements and capital projects.
- Coordinate subcontractors and vendors for repairs, mechanical servicing, and compliance work.
- Conduct routine inspections of premises and equipment across all facilities.
- Perform basic repairs to systems including pumps, pipes, lights, HVAC, minor plumbing, minor electrical, and minor structural needs.
- Repair or coordinate vendor service for facilities mechanical processing equipment.
- Manage inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies to ensure facility readiness.
- Establish and implement preventive maintenance schedules for key facility systems.
- Manage the facility’s CMMS/work order system, submitting and tracking maintenance tickets.
- Monitor performance of HVAC, water systems, and electrical systems to minimize downtime.
- Partner with the GM and Operations Director to develop repair estimates and facility improvement budgets.
- Provide timely facility support for retail locations, ensuring issues are prioritized effectively.
- Balance competing facility needs across greenhouse, manufacturing, and retail sites using strong time management skills.
- Ensure labor is deployed efficiently, optimizing utilization of internal teams and external vendors.
- Track facility-related costs, identify savings opportunities, and drive cost improvement initiatives.
- Oversee facility cleanliness, ensuring strict sanitation standards across greenhouse, manufacturing, and retail environments.
- Coordinate facility waste services, including hazardous and regulated waste vendors.
- Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Support capital projects to upgrade facility infrastructure as needed.
- Work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Participate in weekly meetings with other Facility Managers to share best practices.
- Provide regular updates to leadership on facility status, risks, costs, and improvement opportunities.
- Support operations team as needed to ensure seamless facility performance.
- 5+ years of experience in facilities management, plant maintenance, or related trade roles (greenhouse, manufacturing, or retail facility experience strongly preferred).
- Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems, and facility equipment.
- Strong project management, vendor coordination, and time management skills.
- Familiarity with CMMS/work order tracking systems.
- Proven experience managing budgets, cost controls, and labor utilization.
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs and perform physical maintenance work as required.
- OSHA certification, trade licenses, or relevant technical training a plus.
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