Equipment Maintenance Technician Senior - Films
Listed on 2026-08-22
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Overview
Bold Thinking. World Changing. Sky Water manufactures U.S.
-made semiconductors essential to automotive safety, medical devices, consumer electronics and national security. Our teams operate from Minnesota, Florida, or Texas and collaborate to improve the world.
Explore what's possible. We contribute to and learn from the commercialization of advanced technologies, including superconducting and 3D integrated circuits, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices and other emerging device topologies. We manufacture for aerospace, defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets. Our customers rely on intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services.
Step into the future. Our values (Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset) guide an empowered, learning environment. We invest in developing skilled employees, including new entrants, military personnel and diverse educational backgrounds.
Are you bold thinking? Find your place on our team and help us change the world.
Position DetailsSign-On Bonus: All new hires for this role will receive up to $7,500 sign-on bonus (amount dependent on experience).
Position Summary: Our Equipment Maintenance Technicians are responsible for performing preventative maintenance, electrical and/or mechanical troubleshooting and installation of semiconductor fabrication machines and equipment.
Shift: During training for the first few months, on E Shift: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. After training, D Shift: Thurs–Sat and every other Wed, 6:00 PM–6:15 AM; 25% shift differential.
Tool Area: Films
Responsibilities- Dismantle, adjust, repair and assemble semiconductor fabrication equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, operating and repair manuals.
- Use test and diagnostic equipment to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Perform preventive and unscheduled maintenance on semiconductor production equipment.
- Complete and maintain required documentation for quality standards.
- Rebuild equipment and sub-assemblies as required.
- Perform equipment modifications as directed by engineers.
- Participate in maintenance or cross-functional teams (e.g., 5S+ and CIP).
- Take ownership of small projects and equipment assembly tasks.
- Coordinate with outside vendors as required.
- Process chemical and gas handling.
- Maintain critical spares and consumables inventory.
- Education:
2 Year Technical/Associates Degree in Science, Math, Engineering, Semiconductor Manufacturing or related discipline, or equivalent military training/work experience. - Experience and/or Training: 5+ years of semiconductor equipment experience.
- Demonstrated expertise in electro/mechanical/fluidic circuit troubleshooting, repair, preventative maintenance, and equipment modification.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures, maintain documentation, and work with attention to detail and timeliness.
- Ability to define, initiate, manage, and execute projects to improve tool/equipment function; ability to work in a cross-functional team and prioritize maintenance tasks.
- Use hand tools including wrenches, calipers, voltage/current meters, oscilloscopes and other equipment-specific tooling.
Competent with Windows OS interfaces and MS Office suite.
Physical Requirements- Lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
- Work 12-hour shifts; starting on E shift, moving to 12-hour shifts in the future (A or
C). - Work with and around chemicals.
- Wear complete fab attire and meet safety and cleanroom requirements.
Sky Water Technology Foundry, Inc. is subject to ITAR. All accepted applications must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee).
Preferred Qualifications- Understanding of pneumatic/hydraulic pump systems, multi-axis servo systems, vision components, chillers and cooling systems.
- Familiarity with robotic/automatic handling systems and high-vacuum systems.
The hourly range for this role is $29.12–$43.67 per hour, plus a 25% shift differential. Pay is based on experience, skills, education and credentials.
Sky Water offers competitive salary and incentive plans, 401(k) match, life insurance, and stock purchase opportunities. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, mental health, vision, legal planning, disability coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site fitness facility, and an on-site self-serve market, with benefits eligibility starting day one.
Sky Water complies with federal and state disability laws and provides accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities when feasible. To request accommodations or for accessibility inquiries, contact Human Resources at or Recr
EOE, including disability/vets
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