Equipment Maintenance Technician

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—including those 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!

• Dismantle, adjust, repair and assemble equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, operating and repair manuals.
• Use test and diagnostic equipment to identify root cause problems and put corrective actions in place.
• Perform preventive and unscheduled maintenance duties on 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 such as 5S+ and CIP.
• Take ownership of small projects and equipment assembly tasks.
• Work with outside vendors as required.
• Process chemical and gas handling.
• Maintain critical spares and consumables inventory.

Education: 2‑Year Technical/Associate's degree in Science, Math, Engineering, Semi‑Conductor Manufacturing or a related discipline or equivalent military training/work experience.

Experience:

• 5‑7 years of experience in an Equipment Maintenance role within the Semiconductor industry.
• Familiarity in Implant and have experience with Varian VIISta, VIISion, E500, Vista
  810 Implanters, and Mattson Plasma Stripper 200mm platforms/equipment sets.
• Demonstrated expertise in performing electro‑mechanical‑fluidic circuit troubleshooting, repair, preventative maintenance, and equipment modification.
• Capable of demonstrating analytical troubleshooting methods (Root Cause Analysis, 8D Problem Solving, and 5‑why), and First Time Right repair skills.
• Able to follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks and required documentation; demonstrate solid work performance in an environment requiring high level of attention to detail and timeliness.
• Ability to define, initiate, manage, and execute on projects to improve tool function and metrics. The ability to work in a cross‑functional team environment, prioritize tasks, and plan for maintenance is essential.
• Use hand tools including wrenches, calipers, voltage/current meters, oscilloscopes and other various equipment technology specific tooling.

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to work 12‑hour shifts.
• Ability to work with and around chemicals.
• Wear complete fab attire for an entire shift and meet all safety and cleanroom requirements.

Sky Water offers an exciting environment where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results. We offer competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans as well as other employee financial benefits including 401k match, life insurance and opportunities to purchase…