GlobalFoundries

Semiconductor foundry delivering specialized chips

Senior Equipment Technician - Photolithography

Equipment MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeEssex Junction, VT, USA

About the Job

Requirements

A high school degree or equivalent is required.
Relevant electrical or mechanical background must meet one of these paths: a two-year technical degree and four years of relevant experience; two years of relevant military experience and four years of relevant experience; or six years of relevant experience, such as automotive repair, BOCES, HVAC, aviation, cable installation, computer routing, telecommunications, or electrical work.
Basic reading and writing comprehension skills are required.
Basic computer navigation skills, including Windows, Microsoft Office, and Outlook, are required.
Ability to work in a cleanroom while wearing required cleanroom clothing in accordance with semiconductor protocols is required.
Ability to stand for extended periods during a 12-hour shift is required.
Ability to lift equipment and tools during maintenance activities is required; loads above 50 pounds require a two-person lift.
Willingness and flexibility to work any shift, including alternating weeks of three to four days on day or night shifts, are required.
Employees must be able to follow detailed instructions and procedures, work safely in accordance with FAB9 EHS&S policies, work independently and collaboratively, and support training activities.
Employees must be able to stand and walk on uneven surfaces for more than 85% of a 12-hour shift, excluding breaks; periodically lift, pull, or carry at least 50 pounds; use hand tools and manipulate small hardware for more than 85% of the shift; and perform climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and crawling activities for more than 85% of the shift.
Employees must be able to use a computer, including typing and viewing a screen, for more than 85% of a 12-hour shift, excluding breaks.
Employees must be able to wear required cleanroom clothing for at least 10 hours per day and wear upgraded personal protective equipment as required, including safety shoes, safety glasses, chemical splash apron and gloves, and a full-face shield.
Employees must remain compliant with OSHA and NIOSH standard CFR 29 1910.134, including being clean-shaven, to wear an N95 dust mask or other air-filtering device, including a full-face respirator, for extended periods exceeding two hours.
Employees must perform activities safely and support Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Responsibilities

Monitor, sustain, and improve equipment and/or processes in the assigned area in partnership with production team members and area engineers.
Monitor equipment performance and schedule and perform preventive and corrective maintenance on assigned tool sets.
Use mechanical, electronic, and PC/software skills to troubleshoot and resolve equipment-related issues.
Communicate concise updates on equipment and area status to the Lead Technician and/or Engineer.
Perform preventive and corrective equipment maintenance in accordance with operating procedures.
Monitor, control, and test semiconductor equipment to ensure manufacturing readiness.
Recover equipment from process interruptions, complete event documentation, and communicate end-of-shift handoffs.
Use time management to prioritize and plan daily work and scheduled activities.
Perform all activities safely and responsibly and support Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Desired Qualifications

Review Statistical Process Control charts for process quality and respond to out-of-control conditions, including defect troubleshooting.
Develop and enhance operating procedures.
Participate in continuous improvement projects, learning, and skills development.
Read and comprehend schematics, blueprints, and electrical diagrams.
Experience using basic hand tools and applying quality workmanship principles.
Experience with troubleshooting and structured problem-solving techniques.
Basic understanding of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
An associate degree in engineering technology, military equivalent, trade equivalent, or equivalent experience is preferred.
Six or more years of direct experience working in semiconductor manufacturing is preferred.
Project management skills, including the ability to innovate, execute solutions, and navigate ambiguity, are preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are preferred.
Strong planning and organizational skills are preferred.

About GlobalFoundries:

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Summary of Role:

This role is intended for our Essex Junction site Fab 9, a 200mm semiconductor manufacturing facility. As a Photo Maintenance Technician, you are responsible for monitoring, sustaining, and improving the equipment and/or processes in the assigned area, while working in partnership with production team members and area engineers. Maintenance Technicians monitor equipment performance, schedule, perform preventative and corrective maintenance on assigned tool sets, and use mechanical, electronic and PC/software skills to troubleshoot and resolve equipment related issues. Concise communication of updates on the status of equipment and area to the Lead Tech and/or Engineer is a vital part of the job.

Essential Responsibilities:

Skills (Employees must be able to perform these essential functions, with or without an accommodation):

Follow detailed instructions and procedures to complete tasks
Ability to perform work activities in a safe and responsible manner in line with all FAB9 EHS&S policies
Work independently and collaboratively with teams in a fast-paced environment
Support and engage in training activities
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment as required per the operating procedures
Monitor, control, and test semiconductor equipment for manufacturing readiness
Recover equipment from process interruptions, complete event documentation and effectively communicate end of shift pass downs
Ability to effectively use time management to prioritize and plan daily work and scheduled activities.

Physical Capacity Demands (Employees must be able to perform these essential functions, with or without an accommodation):

Ability to work in a standing position for >85% of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks)
Ability to walk on uneven surfaces for >85% of a 12-hour shift
Ability to lift, pull, and/or carry at least 50 pounds periodically throughout the shift
Able to lift equipment and tools when performing maintenance activities (above 50lbs requires a two-person lift)
Ability to manually manipulate hand tools and small hardware for >85% of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks)
Ability to perform activities that include climbing vertical ladders, bending at waist, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching up/over, and crawling for >85% of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks)
Ability to utilize computer (typing, visual screen time) for >85% of a 12-hour shift (excluding breaks)
Ability to work in a cleanroom environment per semiconductor protocol/requirements
Able to work in a cleanroom environment wearing required clean room clothing per semiconductor protocol/requirements for a minimum of 10 hours a day
Able to wear upgraded PPE in accordance with GF safety procedures, including, but not limited to, safety shoes, safety glasses, chemical splash apron & gloves, and full-face shield, when required.
Able to remain in compliance with OSHA & NIOSH standard CFR 29 1910.134 (clean shaven) to don and work in an N95 Dust Mask or other air filtering devices, to include full-face respirator (cartridge & supplied air) for extended periods of time (> 2 hours)

Other Responsibilities:

Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements, and programs.

Required Qualifications:

Education: High School Degree (or equivalent)
Experience: Electrical or mechanical, one of the following:
2-year technical degree and 4 years of relevant experience
2 years of relevant military experience and 4 years of relevant experience
6 years of relevant experience (automotive repair, BOCES, HVAC, aviation, cable installation, computer routing, telecommunications, electrical work, etc)
Travel Requirements: Minimal travel
Language Fluency: English (Written & Verbal)
Basic reading and writing comprehension skills
Basic computer navigation skills - (i.e. Windows, Microsoft Office, Outlook)
Able to work in a cleanroom environment wearing required clean room clothing per semiconductor protocol/requirements.
Able to work in a standing position for an extended period of time (during a 12-hour shift)
Able to lift equipment and tools when performing maintenance activities (above 50lbs requires a two-person lift)
Flexible and willing to work any shift (3-4 days alternating weeks during day or night shift)

Preferred Functions - Skills:

Review Statistical Process Control charts for process quality and react to Out-of-Control conditions including defect troubleshooting
Develop & enhance operating procedures
Actively participate in continuous improvement projects, learning and skills development
Ability to read and comprehend schematics / blueprints / electrical diagrams
Experience utilizing basic hand tools and quality workmanship principles
Experience with troubleshooting and structured problem-solving techniques
Basic understanding of the principles of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education - associate degree in engineering technology, military equivalent, trade equivalent, or equivalent experience.
Experience – 6+ Years of direct experience working in semiconductor manufacturing
Project management skills - i.e., the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong planning & organizational skills.

We offer industry leading benefits including:

Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
Multiple competitive options for medical, vision, and dental insurance plans
Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Career development programs offered through a network of accredited educational programs with tuition reimbursement included.
Paid parental leave.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Quarterly performance bonus
Relocation assistance offered to eligible candidates.

Alternating Week Shift Schedules:

Shift Week 1 Week 2
D1 (days F) 7:00AM to 7:30PM, Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday
D2 (days G) 7:00AM to 7:30PM, Week 1: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
*Shift schedules are subject to change

Expected Salary Range

$48,200.00 - $83,200.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law

About the Company

GlobalFoundries

Semiconductor foundry delivering specialized chips

GlobalFoundries is a semiconductor foundry that manufactures chips for a broad range of customers, focusing on feature-rich, reliable technologies for cars, IoT, 5G, and other high-growth markets. It operates by fabricating silicon wafers for customer designs, offering mature, specialized processes rather than chasing the most advanced nodes. This makes it different from peers that prize the latest process nodes; GlobalFoundries emphasizes diversification across a global manufacturing footprint (U.S., Europe, Singapore) and stable supply for essential applications. Its goal is to be a leading supplier of high-volume, specialty manufacturing that enables reliable chips for everyday devices and growing tech markets.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Town of Malta, New York
Founded: 2009

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