Advanced Utilities Maintenance Technician - KS

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: Performs advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, and process utility systems to ensure high levels of operational reliability and performance. This role independently leads the diagnosis and resolution of complex or non-routine equipment and utility failures, performs root cause analysis, and implements long-term corrective actions. The technician provides technical leadership during maintenance activities, supports system optimization, and contributes to the development of maintenance strategies, while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. Essential Duties: Functional Operations: Operate and maintain tools and equipment within the functional area Perform advanced rounds on mechanical, electrical, and utility systems, identifying and resolving complex or non-routine issues impacting system performance Conduct defined troubleshooting and repair on facilities and production support equipment Lead response efforts for complex equipment and utility failures, coordinating troubleshooting activities and directing resolution efforts Assess utility outages (e.g., compressed air, HVAC, nitrogen, process water) and implement corrective actions Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, equipment manuals, and work orders to identify faults and execute repairs Develop, revise, and execute Maintenance Operating Procedures (MOPs) and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) to support safe and efficient operations Use hand tools and diagnostic equipment to measure system parameters (e.g., pressure, temperature, humidity, airflow, ampacity, particulates) across utilities and process systems Lead troubleshooting of complex, multi-system issues, involving cross-functional coordination and advanced diagnostics Evaluate system interactions and dependencies to identify upstream or downstream causes of equipment failures Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement: Perform root cause analysis (RCA) on recurring or complex equipment failures and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Analyze equipment trends and historical data to identify reliability risks and recommend system improvements Drive uptime, reliability, and performance improvements through proactive maintenance strategies Identify and implement modifications to optimize system performance and reduce failure rates Training & Team Support: Provide technical leadership and mentorship to Level 4 and junior technicians during troubleshooting and repair activities Guide and direct work execution for complex maintenance tasks Share advanced troubleshooting techniques and best practices to elevate team capability Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication: Partner with Engineering, Construction, and Production teams to resolve complex system issues, support equipment modifications, and improve overall facility performance Provide technical input into system upgrades, installations, and commissioning activities Interface with cross-functional teams to support facility operations and projects Communicate equipment status, risks, and maintenance activities Quality, Safety, & Compliance: Support implementation of processes and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications Follow all safety regulations, including NFPA70E and PPE

Identify and report unsafe conditions, faulty operations, and non-conforming materials Maintain 6S standards and ensure a clean, organized work environment Work all scheduled shifts Supervisory

None Travel Requirement: None Education, Certifications, and Licenses: Required: High school diploma, GED, or 2 years of prior experience in functional area Preferred: Trade school or vocational training in a technical field Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, or related discipline Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) License Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) Certification Valid Driver’s License CPR/First Aid Certification NFPA70E Qualified Electrical Worker (or equivalent electrical safety certification) OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 HAZWOPER 8 or 40 Essential

4+ years of experience in industrial maintenance or facilities operations Demonstrate advanced working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, and/or HVAC systems, including the ability to independently perform routine troubleshooting, interpret schematics, and execute standard repairs with limited supervision in a manufacturing environment Apply 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 conditions Independently troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex