Utilities Maintenance Technician - Level 3

Overview Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Utilities 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! Responsibilities Summary: 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 Summary The Facilities Maintenance Technician – Level 3 performs basic troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, and process utility systems to support operational reliability. This role executes preventive and corrective maintenance under supervision and assists in responding to equipment and utility faults to minimize downtime.

The technician follows technical documentation, supports basic system diagnostics, and implements established maintenance procedures. Additionally, the position supports continuous improvement initiatives and adheres to safety and regulatory requirements. Essential Duties Functional Operations: Operate and maintain tools and equipment within the functional area Perform routine rounds on mechanical, electrical, and utility systems, identifying basic issues and escalating as needed Assist with troubleshooting and repair of facilities and production support equipment under direct or close supervision, following established procedures Support First Responder activities by assisting higher-level technicians in diagnosing and resolving operational and utility issues Assist in assessing utility outages (e.g., compressed air, HVAC, nitrogen, process water) and support implementation of corrective actions Read and interpret basic blueprints, schematics, equipment manuals, and work orders with guidance Follow established Maintenance Operating Procedures (MOPs) and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) Use hand tools and basic diagnostic equipment to measure system parameters (e.g., pressure, temperature, humidity, airflow, ampacity) Escalate complex, non- standard, or recurring equipment issues to higher-level technicians for further diagnosis Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement Maintain accurate maintenance records including equipment logs, work orders, and CMMS documentation Utilize CMMS to document maintenance activities and track assigned work Identify observable equipment performance issues and escalate for further analysis Detect faulty operations and defective materials; report and escalate abnormal conditions Training & Team Support Participate in on-the-job training to build technical skills within the functional area Support team members by following direction and reinforcing learned procedures as skills develop Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication Collaborate with team members and cross-functional partners to support maintenance activities Communicate equipment status, issues, and completed work to supervisors and team members Support assigned facility operations and projects Quality, Safety, & Compliance Follow established processes and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements Adhere to all safety regulations, including NFPA70E and PPE requirements Identify and report unsafe conditi