Equipment Maintenance Technician Senior

Bold Thinking. World Changing. At SkyWater, 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. SkyWater’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 — and employees who are 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!


Sign-On Bonus: All new hires for this role will receive up to $7,500 sign-on bonus (amount dependent on experience).


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


Shift: during training for the first few months, you will be on E Shift: Mon- Fri 8:00AM- 5:00PM.
After training, move to the following shift: A Shift: Sun-Tues and every other Wed, 6:00AM- 6:15PM

Major Areas of Accountability:

•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

•Maintains critical spares and consumables inventory.

The job also requires performing other duties as assigned


Required Qualifications
Education: 2 Year Technical/Associates Degree in Science, Math, Engineering, Semiconductor Manufacturing or a related discipline Or equivalent military training / work experience.

Experience and/or Training: 5+ Years of Semiconductor Equipment Experience

•Demonstrated expertise in performing electro\mechanical\fluidic circuit troubleshooting, repair, preventative maintenance, and equipment modification.

•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

•Fluency in English Language – written & verbal

Technology/Equipment: Competent with Windows OS interfaces, MS office suite.


Physical Requirements:

•Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs

•Ability to work 12 hours shifts

•Ability to work with and around chemicals

•Wear complete fab attire for an entire shift and meet all safety and cleanroom requirements


Preferred Qualifications

Experience and/or Training:

•A strong understanding and working knowledge of the following equipment is also needed: pneumatic/hydraulic pump systems, multi axis servo systems, vision components, chillers & cooling systems.

•Semiconductor industry experience

•Familiarity with Robotic / Automated han