Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship

Global Foundries ("GF") is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world's most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit

This role is intended for our Malta site Fab 8, a 300mm leading edge semiconductor manufacturing facility. As a Maintenance Technician Apprentice, you are responsible for monitoring, sustaining, and improving the equipment and/or processes in the assigned area, while working in partnership with production team members and area engineers. Maintenance Technicians monitor equipment performance, schedule, perform preventative and corrective maintenance on assigned tool sets, and use mechanical, electronic and PC/software skills to troubleshoot and resolve equipment related issues.

Concise communication of updates on the status of equipment and area to the Lead Tech and/or Engineer is a vital part of the job. Maintenance Technician Apprentices will be required to complete four college courses through HVCC during the 18-24 month apprenticeship, at no cost to the employee. Upon successful completion of required courses, positive performance reviews, and 2700 hours of on the job training Maintenance Technician Apprentices will be eligible for a promotion to a Level 2 Maintenance Technician with a corresponding pay adjustment.

(Prior credits will be considered.)

• Follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks
• Ability to perform work activities in a safe and responsible manner in line with all FAB8 EHS&S policies
• Work independently and collaboratively with teams in a fast-paced environment
• Support and engage in training activities
• Perform preventive, and corrective maintenance on equipment as required per the operating procedures
• Monitor, control, and test semiconductor equipment for manufacturing readiness
• Recover equipment from process interruptions, complete event documentation and effectively communicate end of shift pass downs
• Ability to effectively use time management to prioritize and plan daily work and scheduled activities.

• Ability to work in a standing position