Shay Tainter

• In 2015 I was presented with an opportunity to move down to Arizona when Medical Cannabis first passed and get involved at the ground level building Nexus Greenhouses. The project consisted of a 54-acre plot and 40-acre plot of land. We first started with the 54-acre plot in which we built up the grade eight feet before we could start laying the foundation for the buildings and greenhouses. I had the opportunity to get involved in all aspects of the grade, concrete, electrical, and greenhouse. I was trained in how to move the earth to grade, which gave me the experience to learn how to operate a Gannon Tractor, Sheep’s Foot, Backhoe, Smooth Drum Roller, End Loader, Scissor Lift, Boom Lift, and Pettibone. Once the grade was built up, I moved on to working with the concrete crew where we dug footings, tied rebar, and helped pour the concrete. I helped assist the electrical crew with pulling wire, wiring panels, wiring receptacles, along with how to bend and run conduits for our hoop houses and production facility. Lastly, once the material arrived for the Greenhouse, we started flying trusses where I secured them into the structural beams. In a short time, I worked my way into the team Lead Foreman. I understand all parts and aspects of the Greenhouse as I worked hand in hand with our foreman through completion of two Greenhouses.

I was hired onto Acres Cultivation in Amargosa to get experience with cultivating. I started out as a trimmer, after two weeks I was moved into the cultivation where I was able to learn multiple aspects of cultivating.

Currently Facilities Manager

-Cultivation Agent

-Maintenance Supervisor

-IPM Manager

After eight years, I have experience in all operations at Solaris Farms.

• **Oversee routine maintenance schedules** to ensure all equipment operates efficiently and meets safety standards.
• **Implement environmental monitoring systems** to assess temperature and humidity levels across multiple greenhouse zones.
• **Coordinate with external vendors** for timely repairs and supply management of essential materials and equipment.
• **Develop training programs for staff** on best practices in facility operations, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
• **Conduct regular inspections of facility infrastructure** to identify areas needing repair or improvement before issues escalate.
• **Facilitate communication between head growers and facility teams** to align operational goals with cultivation needs.
• Oversaw routine maintenance schedules for greenhouse equipment, ensuring peak functionality and compliance.
• Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
• Conducted regular inspections of physical assets, identifying areas for repair or replacement before issues escalated into costly problems.
• Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
• Managed vendor relationships for cost-effective services, ensuring quality and timely completion of projects.
• Achieved cost savings through negotiating service contracts, leveraging long-term relationships with trusted suppliers.
• Controlled expenses to meet budget requirements.
• Analyzed building control and HVAC system performance and recommended improvements.
• Maintained facility grounds, equipment, and safety compliance.