Basic Qualifications
Associate degree (AA/AS/AAS) in Electronics, Mechanical, or related field OR equivalent experience. Military technical training or hands-on semiconductor experience is highly valued.
Job Details:
Job Title: Semiconductor Maintenance Tech/Equipment Maintenance Technician
Job Duration: Full-Time Role (Direct Placement)
Job Location: Chandler, AZ (Relocation assistance available for top candidates)
Role Overview
We are hiring Equipment Maintenance Technicians to support high-volume semiconductor manufacturing operations. This role involves performing both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on advanced semiconductor fabrication equipment across multiple process areas.
Technicians will be responsible for ensuring tool uptime, reliability, and performance while working in a cleanroom environment and collaborating with cross-functional engineering and production teams.
Core Responsibilities
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on semiconductor equipment
Troubleshoot electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, and vacuum systems
Diagnose equipment alarms, analyze operational data, and implement corrective actions
Execute consumable changes and sustain tool performance
Apply root cause analysis to resolve complex equipment issues
Follow all cleanroom and safety protocols, including handling hazardous chemicals
Maintain accurate documentation and support training activities when required
Work collaboratively with internal teams to meet production and reliability goals
Key Skills & Environment
Strong understanding of SPC, 5S, and FDC systems
Experience in high-volume semiconductor manufacturing (fab environment)
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Comfortable working 12-hour shifts in cleanroom conditions
Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and working in confined spaces
Equipment / Process Areas (Experience in ANY is acceptable)
Diffusion / Furnaces
TEL Furnaces (Alpha, WAVES, α-858)
SVG Furnaces (VTR, AVP series)
TEA Alpha Furnaces
Laser scribe and metrology tools
EPI experience is a plus
Cleans / Wet Bench Systems
Semitool, TEL/FSI, DNS, Akrion systems
Wet benches, wafer cleaning tools
Screen/Dainippon systems
Photolithography (Photo)
ASML Scanners (PAS5500)
Canon Steppers
TEL Tracks (ACT8, MARK7)
KLA Metrology (SEM, Overlay tools)
Machine Shop / Fabrication
Machine Shop / Fabrication
Welders
Drill Presses, Band & Table Saws
Routers, Shears & Notchers
Hardinge & Enco Lathes
Bridgeport Mills
Manual & Hydraulic Presses
Grinders / Sanders
Tooling Repair Kits (Helicoils, Dies, Taps)
Basic Qualifications
Associate degree (AA/AS/AAS) in Electronics, Mechanical, or related field OR equivalent experience. Military technical training or hands-on semiconductor experience is highly valued.
What Makes a Strong Candidate
Experience on any of the above toolsets or similar OEM platforms (AMAT, Lam, TEL, ASML, KLA, etc.)
Background in semiconductor equipment maintenance (any module)
Ability to quickly adapt across different process areas
Why This Role
Opportunity to work across multiple semiconductor modules
Exposure to a wide range of advanced fabrication tools
Strong career growth within a leading semiconductor environment
Top 3/5 Skills:
· Preventive Maintenance & Corrective Maintenance
· Diffusion / Furnaces
· Cleans / Wet Bench Systems
· Photolithography (Photo)
· Machine Shop/Fabrication
Min & Max Salary/hour: $27.00 /hr. – $45.00/hr. (depending on experience) with Benefits
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