Facilities Maintenance Technician

Intellisource; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a skilled Facilities Technician to join its dynamic team in DeSoto, Texas. This role is essential for ensuring the optimal condition of manufacturing areas, focusing on mechanical and electrical systems, HVAC, and plumbing. The ideal candidate will possess advanced troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently while adhering to safety regulations. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainable energy solutions and be part of a collaborative culture that values innovation and personal growth.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Healthcare Options

401K Retirement Program

Annual Bonus Program

Educational Assistance

Diversity and Inclusion Programs

Leadership Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and repairs without supervision.
• Strong communication skills and team leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair facilities equipment independently.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and compliance records.

Skills

Mechanical Skills

Electrical Skills

Plumbing Skills

HVAC Knowledge

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade School/Vocational Graduate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CMMS

Hand-held Measuring Devices

Job description

Job Description

WHO YOU ARE AT PANASONIC ENERGY:

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background in extensive building facilities maintenance and control-room operations/monitoring? Then Panasonic Energy is 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 PENA team today!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

As a Facilities Technician, you will support our general maintenance and facilities team with your wide range of experience in general maintenance, production equipment repair, HVAC, alarm systems, dispatch, plumbing, water system controls, and overall facilities repair is critical, combined with the ability to pay close attention to detail and maintain compliance for our facilities maintenance logs and repair records. We are looking for Facilities Technicians at all levels - your main responsibility for this position is to ensure that the condition of our manufacturing areas meets and or exceeds the standards required to create our lithium-ion cells.

Essential Duties:

• Perform routine rounds on mechanical and electrical systems, troubleshooting, and repairs using standard equipment and hand tools without supervision.
• Performs well-defined troubleshooting and repair on facilities equipment with no supervision.
• Develops scopes of work effectively and ensures they adhere to work rules set forth by PECNA.
• Advanced knowledge to detect faulty operations and defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
• First Responder. Be able to move rapidly through the factory to any of the manufacturing areas that may require an operations response.
• Be able to quickly assess a utility outage and take corrective measures needed to rectify the situation.
• Regularly interfaces with Engineering, Construction and other work groups, including PECNA Tenants.
• Maintains appropriate work-related records such as equipment maintenance records, general work orders, maintenance request forms, and CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) checklists.
• Adheres to all safety and company policies and safety regulations and maintains clean and orderly work areas.
• Utilizes CMMS to document labor hours and report equipment maintenance.
• Advanced skills and abilities of electrical & mechanical equipment and components, including but not limited to the following systems:
  • Compressed Air
  • Electrical
  • High Pressure Compressed Air
  • Exhaust
  • Dry Air
  • Dust collection
  • Process Vacuum
  • Nitrogen
  • Deionized water
  • Process Cooling Water
  • Hot Reverse Osmosis Water
  • nMP and electrolyte
• Must be proficient in more than one mechanical/technical construction trade: Electrical, Plumbing and Pipefitting, Boiler Maker, HVAC Journeyman/Mechanic highly preferred.
• Advanced in the use of hand-held measuring devices, take readings for dew point, temperature, relative humidity, air flow, ampacity, pressure, and particulates.
• Must possess advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Be able to read and identify equipment and fault areas on blueprints.
• Be able to draft, approve, and follow Maintenance Operating Procedures (MOP) and Job Safety Analysis
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required repairs and service.

Are you eager to meet our team in person, ask questions about the position, and learn more about the exciting opportunities at Panasonic Energy? Our team is now welcoming walk-in candidates on Wednesdays and Fridays from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM at 25501 W Valley Pkwy Ste 150, Olathe, KS 66061. Apply now and come visit us during the next available walk hours - please bring an updated copy of your resume!

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:

• To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job

MUST-HAVES:

• Basic/Required: High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of years of related work experience; industrial manufacturing facilities preferred.
• Advanced knowledge and work experience in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, and HVAC in an industrial manufacturing facility environment
• Advanced oral and written communication skills and willingness to lead a team.
• Flexibility and a strong self-initiative are critical.
• Electrical Safety in the Workplace
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.

NICE-TO-HAVES:

• Related Trade school/vocational graduate
• 2 years of trade school or equivalent
• Experience in mechanical engineering or construction management
• Experience utilizing a scheduling software.
• Alignment 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)
• PIT License
• MEWP
• State Issued Driver's License
• CPR Certification
• QET Certification NFPA70E and or NFPA70B
• OSHA 10 or 30
• HAZWOPER 8 or 40

BENEFITS & PERKS - WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:

• Competitive compensation plans c ommensurate with experience
• Highly inclusive and class-leading healthcare options to include family planning, mental health, and pet insurance
• Employee assistance programs that support total well-being with complimentary sessions offered each and every month
• Company-matched and fully vested 401K retirement program that starts immediately from date of enrollment
• Annual bonus program, High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
• Simplified access to self-guided and representative-supported short and long-term financial wellness and retirement planning
• Educational Assistance & Reimbursement Program
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and associated employee resource groups that promote representation and belonging
• Leadership, career, and mentorship development programs opportunities at all levels across the organization
• Collaborative and motivating culture routed in continuous personal and professional growth and much more.

WHERE YOU'LL BE:

For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.

WHO WE ARE:

Meet Panasonic Energy ! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us .

Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.

As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.

Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.

We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.

In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.

WE TAKE OPPORTUNITY SERIOUSLY:

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, submit your application!

Supplemental Information:

Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Panasonic Energy of North America is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America.

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