Support Cleanroom Technician, Microelectronics Research Center Core Facility

Job Posting Title:

Support Cleanroom Technician, Microelectronics Research Center Core Facility

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Hiring Department:

Office of the Vice President for Research, Scholarship and Creative Endeavors

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

General Notes

The mission of the Microelectronics Research Center Core Facility (MRCF) at The University of Texas at Austin is to perform education, research and development in materials and electronic devices. MRC is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) through the National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure (NNCI).

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:  

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage  

• Retirement contributions

• Paid vacation and sick time

• Paid holidays

Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website to learn more about the total benefits offered.

Purpose

The Support Cleanroom Technician supports laboratory and semiconductor process equipment operations, including regular maintenance, ordering and stocking of supplies, and providing user training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and organize laboratory inventory by monitoring stock levels and ordering supplies and parts as needed to support cleanroom operations.

• Support equipment maintenance and repairs by assisting the tool technician, including locating and preparing tools, parts, and supplies; coordinating delivery into the cleanroom as needed; and supporting the disassembly or dismount of systems for sending sub-assemblies out for repair.

• Train new users on entry-level cleanroom systems by providing hands-on instruction, verifying competency, and ensuring adherence to established operating procedures and safety protocols.

• Support the operation and upkeep of vacuum pumps and chillers, including performing routine oil changes, refilling chillers with approved non-toxic fluids, and transporting equipment for repair when necessary.

• Track and maintain inventory of core supplies and user-level materials, such as spare parts, standard chemicals, and inert gases, and place replenishment orders in accordance with facility procedures.

• Perform inert gas cylinder exchanges in compliance with all standard operating procedures and safety requirements.

• Collect, label, package, and submit hazardous waste from cleanrooms and shared laboratories, and submit disposal information online through Environmental Management Services (EMS).

• Stock standard chemicals, consumables, and user supplies within the cleanroom, ensuring all materials are properly stored, tracked, and made available to users.

• Assist with shipping and receiving activities, including preparing equipment and materials for shipment, crating and uncrating items, and coordinating deliveries relevant to cleanroom operations.

• Clean and prepare parts and components for use in semiconductor processing equipment, following established cleaning protocols to ensure readiness for maintenance or installation.

• Actively participate as a designated member of the facility’s Emergency Response Team (ERT) during assigned work and after-hours periods, contributing to emergency preparedness planning, incident management, and compliance with safety protocols to ensure a secure and responsive laboratory environment.

• Perform other related duties as assigned to support cleanroom operations and facility goals.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Minimum one year of experience in operation, maintenance and/or construction of equipment in semiconductor or thin-film processing environments.

• Proven commitment to high work standards with the ability to consistently follow standard operation protocols and safety regulations.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Must be able to pass fit test for self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.

• Two years of experience in semiconductor or t