HVAC Facilities Technician Intern

Microchip Technology Inc. • Gresham, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Microchip is hiring an HVAC Technician Intern at their Fab 4 facility in Gresham, Oregon. This is a paid internship, and Microchip will cover the cost of tuition, required books, and most fees for interns currently enrolled in the Facilities Maintenance Technology HVAC AAS program at Portland Community College Swan Island Trades Center. Interns will learn the operation and maintenance of industrial HVAC systems and equipment. Assuming successful work performance, they will be eligible for a full-time position as a Technician II-Facilities upon completion of the AAS program, contingent on Fab 4 business need. Interns are required to work no fewer than 24 hours per week, with their work schedule accommodating their class schedule for courses required to complete the AAS degree program. This is an exceptional opportunity to earn a valuable technical credential with minimal student loan debt and to move directly into a professional technical position with a leading provider of smart, connected, and secure embedded control solutions.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a 2-year AAS degree in Facilities Maintenance (HVAC).
• Strong interest in HVAC system operations and maintenance.
• HVAC principles, systems, and operations.
• Excellent organizational, time management and stress management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Team player.
• Professional, respectful, and accountable to colleagues, internal customers, and external customers.
• Ability to take initiative and ownership.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in using computer software for data analysis and reporting.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work full time 12-hour Compressed Work Week (CWW) shifts during summer.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation and maintenance of HVAC systems and equipment.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks to ensure that equipment operates efficiently and reliably.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to HVAC systems.
• Collaborate with the team to develop and implement improvement initiatives for HVAC processes.
• Provide support to the facilities team in other areas as needed, including environmental monitoring and cleanroom support.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.
• Support a “self-perform” culture with reduced reliance on external contractors.
• Adhere to safety protocols and ensure a safe working environment.

Benefits

• Paid internship
• Tuition coverage for the Facilities Maintenance Technology HVAC AAS program at Portland Community College Swan Island Trades Center
• Coverage for required books and most fees for the AAS program
• Opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar global organization
• Nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs
• Commitment to employee development
• Values-based decision making
• Strong sense of community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees