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Position Summary: Our Equipment Maintenance Technicians are responsible for performing preventative maintenance, electrical and/or mechanical troubleshooting and installation of various semiconductor fabrication machines and equipment.

Hours are a 12-hour compressed schedule. Flexibility of shift A, B, C or D. Work 3 days one week, 4 days the next. Shift differential for the night shifts.

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Be part of an equipment services team in the semiconductor industry
• Support and participate in a Safety, 5s, and Standard Work culture
• Identify opportunities to continuously improve the area and factory performance

• Interact with other team members toward the solution of problems, and thefulfillment of manufacturing objectives

• Make routine decisions based on area priorities that affect production material and equipment

• Work with the shift leadership team and other maintenance technicians to drive the team's overall success

• Document maintenance performed
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager

Required Qualifications:

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  Associate of Applied Science degree (A.A.S.), or technical trade school certificate preferred but not required.

  
  
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  Work experience will be considered. 5-7 years of experience in an Equipment Maintenance role within the Semiconductor industry

  
  
• Familiarity inPhotolithography and have experience with ASML PAS Steppers and Scanners along with TwinSCAN exposure tools, ASML 5500 2x0, 3x0, 5x0, 7x0, 8x0 and TwinSCAN 4x0, 12x0 & 14x0 models, and TEL Mark 8, ACT 8, Lithius Tracks on a 200mm platform.
• Extensive troubleshooting of electro-mechanical systems skills
• Capable of demonstrating analytical troubleshooting methods (Root Cause Analysis, 8D Problem Solving, and 5-why), and First Time Right repair skills

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and climb a ladder.
• Ability to work onsite a minimum of 12 hours a day, 4 days a week. Variety of standing, sitting, kneeling & data entry.
• Wear complete fab attire for full shift.
• Meet all safety and cleanroom requirements.
• Wear proper personal protective equipment and work with electrical hazards

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

Additionally, SkyWater offers a comprehensive benefits package which promotes a healthy life. This includes benefit eligibility day one, medical, dental, mental health benefits, vision, legal planning, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site cafeteria, fitness facility, and self-serve market.

SkyWater complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. To request reasonable accommodations, to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 952-851-5200 or Recruiting@SkyWatertechnology.com.

EOE, including disability/vets

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