Sr. IT Technician

2401 E 86th St, Bloomington, MN 55425, USA

Bold Thinking. World Changing. At Sky Water, our ingenuity helps improve lives around the world by manufacturing U.S. made semiconductors that are essential ingredients of modern life. Automotive safety enhancements, life-saving medical devices, consumer electronics and American security require semiconductors. Working in our Minnesota headquarters, Florida, or Texas location — employees join together to improve the world.

Explore what’s possible. Joining our U.S.

- based team means contributing to and learning about the commercialization of some of the most exciting technologies the world has ever seen. We are turning “science fiction” into everyday reality through technologies such as superconducting, 3D integrated circuits or computer chips, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices, micro electro-mechanical systems and other emerging device topologies. We manufacture products for aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets, to name a few.

Our customers include emerging leaders who rely on our intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services.

Step into the future. Sky Water’s values of Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset guide us to cultivate an empowered, learning environment. We also invest in developing highly skilled, dedicated employees — and employees who are entering the workforce for the first time, from the military, and a variety of educational backgrounds.

Are you bold thinking? Find your place on our team and help us change the world!

The Senior IT Technician is responsible for maintaining, operating, and troubleshooting Windows-based workstations while ensuring corporate security, compliance, and governance standards are maintained. They act as the escalation point for Tier-1 and Tier-2 issues, and mentor junior staff.

• Complex Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex hardware and software issues with workstations and printers.
• Imaging and Deployment: Test and deploy system images and software packages using Microsoft SCCM.
• Security & Patching: Test and deploy OS and application security patches and updates, and ensure compliance with security policies.
• Process Improvement: Create and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and the knowledge base.
• Asset Management: Manage IT inventory, including procurement, deployment, and disposal of hardware.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Experience: 4+ Years in a technical support role.
• Skills:
  • Operating Systems: Deep knowledge of Windows operating systems.
  • Tools: Experience with SCCM, Entra , Microsoft 365, Intune, ITSM ticketing systems and remote support tools.
  • Hardware: Expertise in troubleshooting desktop and laptop components.
  • Scripting: Proficiency in Power Shell scripting for automation (Exposure to Ansible, Python, or similar is a plus).
  • Networking: Understanding of networking protocols (LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) and cybersecurity fundamentals.
  • Soft skills: Strong communication skills to interact with users and leadership, alongside analytical, problem-solving skills.
• Travel: Some domestic travel may be required.
• Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 9:00am – 6:00pm

• Experience in semiconductor or manufacturing including experience with operational technology and industrial networks.

• Ability to lift 35-40 pounds, with occasional heavier lifting, and perform tasks requiring bending or crouching.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The job description may not represent all duties and may also require performing other duties as assigned. Sky Water reserves the right to modify position duties at any time during employment.

The hourly range for this role is $25.00-$36.00. Pay offered is based on many factors including, but not limited to, the job-related experience, skills, education, and…