Overview: Do you want to join a team that’s changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Fire Brigade Technician – Level 4? 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 Fire Brigade Technician – Level 4 is a critical member of the internal fire brigade team, responsible for supporting fire prevention, emergency response, and life safety initiatives. This role supports compliance with fire safety regulations, assists in maintaining firefighting equipment, and actively participates in emergency response operations. The Fire Technician contributes to a strong safety culture by executing fire suppression tactics when necessary and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance fire risk mitigation strategies. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong organizational skills, and effectively builds professional relationships to support the facility’s emergency preparedness and response objectives.

FIRE BRIGADE TRAINING & SAFETY EDUCATION:

• Assist with Fire Brigade training preparation, logistics, scheduling, and tracking
• Assist in developing and refining fire safety procedures, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Lead fire drills and emergency response training sessions to improve team readiness and efficiency
• Function as a mentor for junior fire brigade team members, providing guidance on best practices, safety protocols, and emergency response tactics
• Educate site personnel on Rapid Response Team (RRT) and Emergency Response Team (ERT) requirements and standards
• Conduct new hire training and participate in ongoing safety education programs in coordination with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
• Provide coaching to maintain a strong safety culture
• Participate in training on confined space, HAZMAT, fire, and EMS responses
• Ability to train others at same or lower level within functional area

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) REQUIREMENTS:

• To ensure health and safety in the workplace and for employee protection, wearing PPE is a possibility 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.

EDUCATION:

• Required: High school diploma, GED, or 2 years of prior experience in functional area
• Preferred: Fire Science or equivalent BS Degree

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4.5+ years of relevant experience within the emergency response profession
• Capable of performing multiple tasks at various levels of complexity
• Demonstrated leadership skills / experience
• Emergency response experience
• FEMA 100, 200, 700, and 800 courses
• FEMA Professional Series (ability to complete within 6 months of hire)
• Fire Suppression & Prevention – Knowledge of firefighting tactics, and fire behavior
• Knowledge and experience with Incident Command System (ICS) principals
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 to include Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and Power Point (+other programs as required)
• Self-Motivated / Team oriented
• Strong customer service skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 6+ years of relevant experience within the emergency response profession
• Industrial Firefighting Experience
• Manufacturing Operations Experience
• Thorough working understanding of OSHA 1910 standards and regulations

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.
This is an exciting time to join us as we expand our operations to De Soto, Kansas and build the world’s largest lithium-ion battery factory. We will provide 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.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to work all schedule shift hours
• Work with the site to promote a strong safety culture
• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner, supporting all Emergency Management requirements
• Provide support to PECNA Facilities Fire Systems staff and EHS for requested collaboration
• Perform other duties as assigned