Equipment Engineering Staff Technician (CVD Novellus) (D2 Day Shift)
About The Position
This role is based at GlobalFoundries’ Essex Junction site, Fab 9, a 200mm semiconductor manufacturing facility. The Maintenance Technician monitors, sustains, and improves equipment and/or processes in the assigned area, working in partnership with production team members and area engineers. The role monitors equipment performance; schedules and performs preventive and corrective maintenance on assigned tool sets; and uses mechanical, electronic, and PC/software skills to troubleshoot and resolve equipment-related issues. Clear updates on equipment and area status are communicated to the Lead Tech and/or Engineer. The technician follows detailed procedures, supports training, monitors and tests equipment for manufacturing readiness, and recovers equipment after process interruptions. The job requires documenting events and providing effective shift handoffs. Work takes place in a cleanroom and includes substantial standing, walking, tool use, computer work, and physical maintenance activities during 12-hour shifts. The role requires flexibility to work any shift, including alternating day or night shifts.
Requirements
- High school degree or equivalent.
- Relevant electrical or mechanical background meeting one of these paths: a 2-year technical degree and 4 years of relevant experience; 2 years of relevant military experience and 4 years of relevant experience; or 8 years of relevant experience.
- English written and verbal fluency.
- Basic reading and writing comprehension skills.
- Basic computer navigation skills, including Windows, Microsoft Office, and Outlook.
- Ability to work in a cleanroom wearing required cleanroom clothing and to comply with semiconductor protocols.
- Ability to stand for extended periods during a 12-hour shift.
- Ability to lift equipment and tools; lifts over 50 pounds require a two-person lift.
- Flexibility and willingness to work any shift, including 3–4 days on alternating weeks during day or night shift.
- Ability to work safely and responsibly, independently and collaboratively, in a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in engineering technology, military equivalent, trade equivalent, or equivalent experience.
- 6 or more years of direct experience working in semiconductor manufacturing.
- Project management skills, including the ability to innovate, execute solutions, and navigate ambiguity.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to review Statistical Process Control charts and respond to out-of-control conditions, including defect troubleshooting.
- Experience developing and enhancing operating procedures.
- Participation in continuous improvement projects, learning, and skills development.
- Ability to read and comprehend 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
- Monitor, sustain, and improve equipment and/or processes in the assigned area.
- Partner with production team members and area engineers.
- Monitor equipment performance and schedule and perform preventive and corrective maintenance on assigned tool sets.
- Use mechanical, electronic, and PC/software skills to troubleshoot and resolve equipment-related issues.
- Communicate concise equipment and area status updates to the Lead Tech and/or Engineer.
- Follow detailed instructions and procedures and perform work safely in accordance with FAB9 EHS&S policies.
- Support and participate in training activities.
- Monitor, control, and test semiconductor equipment for manufacturing readiness.
- Recover equipment from process interruptions, document events, and communicate end-of-shift pass-downs.
- Prioritize and plan daily work and scheduled activities using effective time management.
- Perform all activities safely and support Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
