Etch Senior Equipment Technician (N1 Nights) - $5000 Sign On Bonus

GlobalFoundries•Essex, VT

1d•$48,200 - $83,200•Onsite

About The Position

The Etch Senior Equipment Technician role is based at GlobalFoundries’ Essex Junction site, Fab 9, a 200mm semiconductor manufacturing facility. The technician monitors, sustains, and improves equipment and/or processes in the assigned area, partnering 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 issues. Clear updates about equipment and area status are communicated to the Lead Tech and/or Engineer. The position follows detailed procedures and supports safe, reliable manufacturing readiness. Technicians recover equipment from process interruptions, document events, and provide effective end-of-shift handoffs. The work requires an ability to perform physical maintenance activities and to work in a cleanroom using required clothing and personal protective equipment. The listed schedule is an alternating-week N1 night shift: Week 1 is Sunday through Tuesday plus Saturday, and Week 2 is Sunday through Tuesday, from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM. Schedules may change. Minimal travel is required. The expected salary range is $48,200 to $83,200, with the exact salary determined by qualifications, experience, and location.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent.
Relevant electrical or mechanical experience through one of the following: a two-year technical degree and four years of relevant experience; two years of relevant military experience and four years of relevant experience; or six years of relevant experience.
English written and verbal fluency.
Basic reading and writing comprehension skills.
Basic computer navigation skills, such as Windows, Microsoft Office, and Outlook.
Ability to work flexible shifts, including any shift, on alternating schedules of three to four days per week.
Ability to work in a cleanroom while wearing required cleanroom clothing.
Ability to stand for extended periods during a 12-hour shift.
Ability to lift equipment and tools; items above 50 pounds require a two-person lift.
Ability to work safely and follow detailed procedures.
Ability to stand, walk on uneven surfaces, manipulate hand tools and small hardware, climb ladders, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, crawl, and use a computer for the stated portions of a 12-hour shift.
Ability to lift, pull, and/or carry at least 50 pounds periodically throughout the shift.
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, including being clean shaven when using an N95 dust mask or other air-filtering devices, including a full-face respirator, for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in engineering technology, military equivalent, trade equivalent, or equivalent experience.
Four or more years of direct experience working in semiconductor manufacturing.
Ability to review Statistical Process Control charts and respond to out-of-control conditions, including defect troubleshooting.
Experience developing and enhancing operating procedures.
Experience participating in continuous improvement projects and ongoing 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.
Project management skills, including the ability to innovate, execute solutions, and navigate ambiguity.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Monitor, sustain, and improve equipment and/or processes in the assigned area.
Monitor equipment performance and schedule and perform preventive and corrective maintenance on assigned equipment according to operating procedures.
Monitor, control, and test semiconductor equipment for manufacturing readiness.
Troubleshoot and resolve equipment-related issues using mechanical, electronic, and PC/software skills.
Recover equipment from process interruptions, document events, and communicate effective end-of-shift pass-downs.
Communicate equipment and area status to the Lead Tech and/or Engineer.
Follow detailed instructions and procedures, and perform work safely in accordance with FAB9 EHS&S policies.
Work independently and collaboratively with teams in a fast-paced environment, and support training activities.
Manage time effectively to prioritize and plan daily work and scheduled activities.
Support Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.