CVD Apprentice Maintenance Technician (Nights)

GlobalFoundries • Malta, NY

6d • $36,200 - $59,200 • Onsite

About The Position

GlobalFoundries is hiring an apprentice maintenance technician for its Malta site, Fab 8, a 300mm leading-edge semiconductor manufacturing facility. The role monitors, sustains, and improves equipment and/or processes in an assigned area in partnership with production team members and area engineers. Technicians monitor equipment performance, schedule and perform preventive and corrective maintenance, and use mechanical, electronic, and PC/software skills to troubleshoot equipment issues. Clear updates about equipment and area status are communicated to the Lead Tech and/or Engineer.

Apprentices complete four college courses through HVCC during an 18–24 month apprenticeship, at no cost to the employee. After successfully completing the required courses, receiving positive performance reviews, and completing 2,700 hours of on-the-job training, apprentices are eligible for promotion to Level 2 Maintenance Technician with a corresponding pay adjustment. Prior credits will be considered.

The position includes alternating night-shift schedules, generally involving 12-hour shifts. Schedules are subject to change. The expected salary range is $36,200–$59,200; the exact salary depends on qualifications, experience, and location. Minimal travel is required.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent.
• No prior experience required.
• English fluency, written and verbal.
• Basic reading and writing comprehension skills.
• Basic computer navigation skills, including Windows, Microsoft Office, and Outlook.
• Ability to work any shift, with flexible scheduling between day and night shifts on alternating weeks.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom wearing required cleanroom clothing.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during a 12-hour shift.
• Ability to lift equipment and tools; loads above 50 pounds require a two-person lift.
• Ability to work safely and responsibly in accordance with applicable FAB8 safety policies.
• Ability to meet the described physical demands, including prolonged standing, walking, lifting and carrying, manual tool use, climbing, bending, kneeling, reaching, crawling, and computer use.
• Ability to wear required upgraded PPE, including safety shoes, safety glasses, chemical splash apron and gloves, and full-face shield when required.
• Ability to comply with OSHA and NIOSH standard CFR 29 1910.134 requirements for wearing an N95 dust mask or other air-filtering devices, including a full-face respirator, for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant experience such as automotive repair, BOCES, HVAC, aviation, cable installation, computer routing, telecommunications, or electrical work.
• Ability to review Statistical Process Control charts and respond to out-of-control conditions, including defect troubleshooting.
• Ability to develop and enhance operating procedures.
• Participation in continuous improvement projects, learning, and skills development.
• Ability to read and understand schematics, blueprints, and electrical diagrams.
• Experience using basic hand tools and applying quality workmanship principles.
• Experience with troubleshooting and structured problem-solving techniques.
• Basic understanding of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.

Responsibilities

• Follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks.
• Perform work safely and responsibly in accordance with FAB8 EHS&S policies.
• Work independently and collaboratively with teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Support and participate in training activities.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment as required by operating procedures.
• Monitor, control, and test semiconductor equipment for manufacturing readiness.
• Recover equipment from process interruptions, document events, and communicate effective end-of-shift pass-downs.
• Use time management to prioritize and plan daily work and scheduled activities.
• Monitor equipment performance and communicate equipment and area status updates to the Lead Tech and/or Engineer.
• Support Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Benefits

• Four college courses through HVCC during the apprenticeship at no cost to the employee.
• Eligibility for promotion to Level 2 Maintenance Technician with a corresponding pay adjustment after required courses, positive performance reviews, and 2,700 hours of on-the-job training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED