Facilities Maintenance Technician - Level 4

OverviewDo you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Facilities Maintenance Technician? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the PECNA team today!ResponsibilitiesSummary:Join us at Panasonic Energy as we expand to De Soto, Kansas, where we’re building the world’s largest lithium-ion battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of electric vehicles. As part of our team, you’ll help push the limits of battery technology, enhancing performance and efficiency in sustainable transportation.Our state-of-the-art facility, just outside the Kansas City Metro, will be a hub for innovation in green energy solutions. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute to the electric vehicle revolution, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation.Job SummaryThe Facilities Maintenance Technician – Level 4 performs intermediate troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, and process utility systems to ensure operational reliability. This role executes preventive and corrective maintenance with limited supervision and responds to equipment and utility faults to minimize downtime. The technician interprets technical documentation, supports system diagnostics, and implements standardized maintenance procedures. Additionally, the position contributes to continuous improvement initiatives and ensures compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.Essential DutiesFunctional Operations: Operate and maintain tools and equipment within the functional areaPerform routine and intermediate rounds on mechanical, electrical, and utility systems, including troubleshooting and repair with limited supervisionConduct defined troubleshooting and repair on facilities and production support equipmentAct as a First Responder to diagnose and resolve operational and utility issuesAssess utility outages (e.g., compressed air, HVAC, nitrogen, process water) and implement corrective actionsRead and interpret blueprints, schematics, equipment manuals, and work orders to identify faults and execute repairsDevelop and execute Maintenance Operating Procedures (MOPs) and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs)Use hand tools and diagnostic equipment to measure system parameters (e.g., pressure, temperature, humidity, airflow, ampacity, particulates) across utilities and process systemsPerformance Optimization & Continuous ImprovementMaintain accurate maintenance records including equipment logs, work orders, and CMMS documentationUtilize CMMS to track labor hours, equipment history, and maintenance activitiesIdentify equipment performance issues and support reliability and uptime improvementsDetect faulty operations and defective materials; escalate abnormal conditionsTraining & Team SupportTrain and mentor technicians at the same or lower level within the functional areaShare technical knowledge and support team skill developmentCross-Functional Collaboration & CommunicationCollaborate with Engineering, Construction, Production, and tenants to resolve maintenance and operational issuesInterface with cross-functional teams to support facility operations and projectsCommunicate equipment status, risks, and maintenance activitiesQuality, Safety, & ComplianceSupport implementation of processes and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specificationsFollow all safety regulations, including NFPA70E and PPE requirementsIdentify and report unsafe conditions, faulty operations, and non-conforming materialsMaintain 6S standards and ensure a clean, organized work environmentWork all scheduled shiftsSupervisory ResponsibilitiesNoneTravel RequirementNoneRequiredEducation, Certifications, and Licenses:High school diploma, GED, or 2 years of prior experience in functional areaPreferredTrade school or vocational training in a technical fieldAssociate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, or related disciplinePowered Industrial Truck (PIT) LicenseMobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) CertificationValid Driver’s LicenseCPR/First Aid CertificationNFPA70E Qualified Electrical Worker (or equivalent electrical safety certification)OSHA 10 or OSHA 30HAZWOPER 8 or 40Essential Qualifications3+ years of experience in industrial maintenance or facilities operationsDemonstrate intermediate knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, and HVAC systems, including the ability to independently perform routine troubleshooting, interpret schematics, and execute standard repairs with limited supervision in a manufacturing environmentApply working knowledge of industrial utility systems (e.g., compressed air, vacuum, nitrogen, DI water, process cooling water, dust collection), including the ability to monitor system performance and identify common fault conditionsTroubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment with limited supervision, including the ability to isolate issues and implement corrective actions on standard system failuresUse CMMS to create, update, and close work orders while accurately tracking labor hours, equipment history, and maintenance activitiesUse diagnostic instruments (e.g., multimeters, pressure gauges, airflow meters) to collect data, interpret results, and support equipment troubleshooting and system verificationApply foundational knowledge across multiple trades (e.g., electrical, pipefitting, plumbing, boiler systems) to support cross-functional maintenance activitiesDemonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) to document work, communicate updates, and track basic dataCommunicate effectively and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve equipment issues and escalate risks as neededDemonstrate initiative, adaptability, and problem-solving skillsMust have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking EnglishAlignment to Panasonic’s seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude)Preferred Qualifications6+ years of progressively responsible experience in industrial maintenance or facilities operations, including independent troubleshooting and repair of complex equipment and systems in a high-volume manufacturing environment (automotive or battery preferred)Demonstrate advanced proficiency in at least one technical discipline (e.g., HVAC, electrical, mechanical systems), including the ability to support complex diagnostics and guide troubleshooting activitiesUse Building Management Systems (BMS) or similar control systems to monitor system performance, respond to alarms, and adjust operating parametersApply knowledge of OSHA regulations, NFPA standards, and industrial safety practices to identify risks and support safe work executionUse CMMS platforms to review equipment history, identify recurring issues, and support maintenance planning and reliability improvementsPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE) RequirementsTo ensure health and safety in the workplace and for employee protection, wearing PPE is required and includes equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator. A respirator fit test will be required based on functional area.Physical DemandsPhysical Activities: Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to:Sit: 10%Walk: 45%Stand: 45%Required Lifting and Carrying: Rare (