Staff Dry Etch Equipment Maintenance Technician

Working closely with production team members and engineering partners, you will monitor tool health, perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot system issues, and help ensure safe, consistent manufacturing operations. Assist with equipment installations, testing activities, and initial tool qualification tasks. Create and update equipment procedures to support consistent maintenance and operational practices. Increase tool uptime through systematic troubleshooting, root‑cause problem solving, and high‑quality workmanship. Document maintenance activities thoroughly using established check sheets, logs, and tracking systems. Monitor daily SPC data, address out‑of‑control conditions, and support process stability improvements. Communicate tool status, issues, and risks to the Lead Technician and Lead Engineer. Perform preventative maintenance, basic repairs, and corrective actions on assigned Dry Etch toolsets. Work effectively within a 12‑hour shift schedule while maintaining flexibility in job responsibilities and shift assignments. Technical Skills: Basic to intermediate understanding of AC/DC circuits, fundamentals of electricity, electronic components, physics concepts, and SPC principles. Equipment Skills: Familiarity with troubleshooting tools such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other diagnostic instruments. Work Requirements: Ability to work 12‑hour shifts (3/4 schedule), stand for extended periods, lift equipment, and adapt to night‑shift operations when assigned. Education/Training: Industry‑related associate degree, progress toward a STEM degree, or equivalent military technical training. Industry Experience: Experience with vacuum systems (roughing, turbo, cryo), pressure measurement systems, plasma RF systems, and plasma etch tools such as LAM, AMAT, or TEL platforms. Advanced Skills: Experience with robotic systems, plus ability to train and mentor other technicians.