Sr Equipment Technician - Equipment Engineering (N1

Jul 31, 2026

$48,200 - $83,200/year

About Global Foundries:

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

Summary of Role:

This role is intended for our Essex Junction site Fab 9, a 200mm semiconductor manufacturing facility. As a Maintenance Technician, 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.

Skills (Employees must be able to perform these essential functions, with or withoutan accommodation):

Follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks

Ability to perform work activities in a safe and responsible manner in line with all FAB9 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 requiredperthe 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.

Physical Capacity Demands (Employees must be able to perform these essential functions, with or withoutan accommodation):

Ability to work in a standing position for >85% of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks)

Ability to walk on uneven surfaces for >85% of a 12-hour shift

Ability to lift, pull, and/or carry at least 50 pounds periodically throughout the shift

Able to lift equipment and tools when performing maintenance activities (above 50lbs requires a two-person lift)

Ability to manually manipulate hand tools and small hardware for >85% of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks)

Ability to perform activities that include climbing vertical ladders, bending at waist, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching up/over, and crawling for >85% of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks)

Ability to utilize computer (typing, visual screen time) for >85% of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks)

Ability to work in a cleanroom environment per semiconductor protocol/requirements

Able to work in a cleanroom environment wearing required clean room clothing per semiconductor protocol/requirements for a minimum of 10 hours a day

Able to wear upgraded PPE in accordance with GF safety procedures, including, but not limited to, safety shoes, safety glasses, chemical splash apron & gloves, and full-face shield, when required.

Able to remain in compliance with OSHA & NIOSH standard CFR  (clean shaven) to don and work in an N95 Dust Mask or other air filtering devices, to include full-face respirator (cartridge & supplied air) for extended periods of time (> 2 hours)

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements, and programs.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

High School Degree (or equivalent)

Experience:

Electrical or mechanical, one of the following:

2-year technical degree and 4 years of relevant experience

2 years of relevant military experience and 4 years of relevant experience

6 years of relevant experience (automotive repair, BOCES, HVAC, aviation, cable installation, computer routing, telecommunications, electrical work,etc)

Travel Requirements:
Minimal travel

Basic reading and writing…