Equipment Maintenance Technician

FEOL Equipment Maintenance Technician

Location:

Bloomington, Minnesota | On-Site

Employment Type:

Full-Time Shift: B Shift 5:45 pm – 6:15 am Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every other Wednesday

We are seeking skilled FEOL Equipment Maintenance Technicians to join Polar Semiconductor in Bloomington, MN. In this role, you will monitor, sustain, and improve Front-End-of-Line (FEOL) semiconductor manufacturing equipment in a cleanroom environment. You will partner closely with production team members and area engineers to ensure tools operate at peak performance, minimize downtime, and maintain process stability. This position is hands-on, highly technical, and critical to sustaining high-quality semiconductor manufacturing operations.

• Complete all required safety training and perform work in compliance with safety policies.

• Monitor tool performance and ensure uptime on assigned equipment sets.

• Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and calibrations on key FEOL process equipment.

• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues using mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, vacuum, and PC/software skills.

• Engage in systematic troubleshooting to identify root causes and reduce equipment variability.

• Assist with equipment installations, testing, and qualification activities.

• Create, update, and improve PM procedures, check-sheets, and work instructions (controlled documentation).

• Document all maintenance activities thoroughly in the Equipment Management System.

• Monitor, analyze, and respond to SPC out-of-control conditions for assigned processes.

• Communicate tool and area issues to Lead Technicians and Area Engineers.

• Support 5S activities and continuous improvement initiatives to increase equipment availability.

• Provide detailed pass downs to ensure smooth shift-to-shift transitions.

• Safely perform work in hazardous environments using proper PPE (including SCBA or respirator).

• Participate in Emergency Response Team activities when required.

Required:

• Associate's degree in electronics technology or related field; or equivalent military training; or a combination of education and substantial directly related semiconductor maintenance experience.

• Knowledge of electronics and control systems, AC/DC circuits, pneumatics, hydraulics, robotics, vacuum systems, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.

• Demonstrated proficiency troubleshooting electrical circuits and electronic components.

• Knowledge of test and calibration equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs).

• Understanding of SPC principles and ability to respond to process control issues.

• Strong PC skills and familiarity with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Ability to properly use common hand tools and PPE.

• Strong problem-solving, time management, prioritization, and multitasking skills.

• Ability to follow procedures and work with minimal supervision.

Preferred:

• 5+ years of maintenance experience on 200mm semiconductor equipment such as ASM E2000 Epitaxy Reactors, Axcelis GSD
300E Ion Implanter, Axcelis Purion Ion Implanters, or AMAT Viista Ion Implanter.

• Understanding of Epitaxy and Ion Implant processes.

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with demonstrated root-cause troubleshooting capability.

This position requires the ability to work 12-hour shifts in a cleanroom environment, wearing full cleanroom attire. Employees must be able to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods.

• Perform fine motor tasks (using pliers, screwdrivers, meters, etc.) frequently throughout shifts.

• Bend, squat, kneel, and work in confined spaces.

• Safely lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.

• Work with high voltage, chemicals, and hazardous gases while using PPE.

• Maintain focus, accuracy, and clear communication during complex technical tasks.

$28.00 – $34.00 per hour, plus applicable shift differentials (good faith estimate)

* This position may require U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency status in the future depending on federal requirements.

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