Equipment Maintenance Technician-MOCVD (Night Shift)
About The Position
The MOCVD Maintenance Technician performs routine and corrective maintenance on Metal-Organic Chemical Vapor Deposition (MOCVD) reactors used in semiconductor epitaxy. The role ensures equipment operates safely, reliably, and within factory specifications to support high-volume production and engineering development. The technician works hands-on with complex mechanical, electrical, gas delivery, and vacuum systems in a cleanroom environment. The position requires shift work, including nights and weekends, or participation in an on-call rotation. Work takes place in a cleanroom with full personal protective equipment, including gown and gloves, and a respirator if required. The role involves lifting up to 25 pounds and working around high-temperature and hazardous gas systems.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Electronics, Mechanical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field, or equivalent military or technical experience.
- Hands-on experience maintaining complex equipment, such as semiconductor tools, industrial machinery, or vacuum systems.
- Basic understanding of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and/or vacuum systems.
- Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and work instructions.
- Ability to work in a cleanroom with full gowning.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and high-quality workmanship.
- Ability to follow procedures and document work accurately.
- Team-oriented approach and strong communication skills.
- Willingness to learn advanced technical systems.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with semiconductor manufacturing equipment such as MOCVD, PVD, CVD, etch, or similar.
- Experience with hazardous gas handling systems.
- Familiarity with data collection tools, SPC charts, or equipment monitoring software.
- CMMS experience, such as Maximo or SAP PM.
- Basic troubleshooting training, such as 5-Why or root cause analysis.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on MOCVD reactors.
- Support chamber cleans, hardware replacements, rebuilds, calibrations, and system resets.
- Identify and troubleshoot issues involving vacuum pumps, mass flow controllers (MFCs), valves, robotics, sensors, heating systems, and gas panels.
- Execute scheduled preventive maintenance and document work accurately.
- Respond to production tool-down events and work with Equipment Engineers to restore operation quickly.
- Perform system checks, startup and shutdown procedures, and readiness verifications.
- Monitor tool performance, log issues, and escalate abnormal trends.
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs, preventive maintenance records, and equipment history.
- Follow cleanroom protocols, safety procedures, and standard work instructions.
- Use CMMS systems to track work orders, parts usage, and maintenance status.
- Work safely around hazardous gases using appropriate PPE; verify gas delivery and exhaust systems operate correctly and report abnormalities.
- Follow lock-out/tag-out, high-temperature handling, and chemical safety guidelines.
- Work with Equipment Engineers on upgrades, retrofits, and continuous improvement projects.
- Coordinate with Facilities on gas, vacuum, electrical, and cooling utilities.
- Support process and manufacturing teams to ensure equipment meets production schedules.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
