Facilities Technician

Job Description

Tower Semiconductor is looking for a Facilities Technician in San Antonio, TX. The Facilities Technician will be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting all facilities systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and process systems. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of semiconductor manufacturing environments and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments to ensure optimal facility performance.

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on all facilities systems, including HVAC (Boilers, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Air Handlers, Pumps, piping), Ultra-Pure Water, wastewater, electrical, plumbing, and process systems.
• Monitor and control facility systems to ensure efficient and reliable operation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to facility systems and equipment.
• Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment status, and system performance.
• Respond to emergency situations and provide timely resolutions to minimize impact on production.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Technicians must be able to work in a team environment with a focus on customer satisfaction.
• Position is for Shift (Days and/or Nights), overtime may be required at times and emergency call-ins are a possibility.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance activities, visual inspection tours, monitor systems, and record data.
• React to error messages on building and site systems and/or equipment, recover from process and tool interruptions.
• Monitor process quality and react to Out of Spec conditions, including defect troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• The ability to operate and provide Reliability Centered Maintenance to a wide variety of mechanical and environmental systems and equipment.
• The ability to recognize and respond to system and equipment malfunctions.
• Utilize computers to document and communicate system status for all site operation systems, including shift logs to collaborate across all shifts.
• Interact with customers such as Engineering, Maintenance, and Manufacturing.
• Able to operate computer and system interface programs to ensure appropriate computing and analysis of statistical data.
• Able to follow detailed instructions and procedures, read facilities building and sub-system prints to complete tasks and required documentation.
• Effectively demonstrate solid work performance in an environment requiring high-level of attention to detail and timeliness.
• Position is for Shift (Days and/or Nights), partial weekends. Overtime may be required at times, and emergency call‑ins are a possibility.
• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner.

• Technical/Associates Degree / related discipline, and/or Military Equivalent preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant Facilities experience required.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and process systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as needed.