Equipment Maintenance Technician Jobs in Oregon
Equipment Maintenance Technician jobs in Oregon concentrate in manufacturing, food and beverage processing, semiconductor fabrication, and timber and paper production, with openings at every level from entry-level shop floor technicians to senior reliability specialists. Portland, Salem, and Eugene are the most active hiring markets, anchored by employers like Intel, Daimler Trucks North America, and Weyerhaeuser, all of which maintain lasting Oregon operations requiring dedicated maintenance staff. The most in-demand specialties are PLC troubleshooting, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and predictive maintenance using condition-monitoring tools. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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onsemi is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Technician - Thin Films. As an Equipment Maintenance Technician at onsemi’s 200mm manufacturing facility in Gresham, Oregon, you will work in a dynamic team environment and perform preventive, corrective, and diagnostic maintenance proficiently on a variety of innovative semiconductor manufacturing tools. Each day, you will be challenged by working on a diverse set of tools with a world-class team.
Shift A - Sunday, Monday, Tuesday e/o Wednesday 7 AM - 7:06 PM
Candidates must demonstrate a high level of hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting expertise on one or more of the following Thin Films platforms, with broad working knowledge across the area:
- Novellus Concept Two platforms, including SPEED, SEQ, and ALTUS
- Applied Materials platforms, including Endura, Centura, and Producer
- Major tool subsystems such as vacuum, gas delivery, RF/plasma, temperature control, robotics, process chambers, pumps, abatement interfaces, controls, and interlocks
- Responsibilities
- Independently diagnose and resolve extremely complex equipment and process-related failures using advanced diagnostic methods, schematics, system data, and sound troubleshooting discipline.
- Lead difficult tool recoveries and root-cause investigations, document findings clearly, and drive corrective actions through verified closure.
- Perform and improve preventive and corrective maintenance, calibrations, repairs, and scheduled tool qualifications with consistently high first-time-right quality.
- Interpret equipment, process, SPC, and performance data to identify abnormal conditions, recurring failure modes, and reliability improvement opportunities.
- Develop, improve, and standardize PM specifications, troubleshooting guides, best-known methods, checklists, and maintenance systems.
- Partner with equipment engineering, process engineering, manufacturing, vendors, and management to develop and execute continuous-improvement plans.
- Train and mentor technicians on all aspects of equipment maintenance, advanced diagnostics, safe work practices, documentation, and technical decision-making.
- Provide technical leadership across shifts by setting expectations for professional pass downs, data quality, work execution, and follow-through.
- Coordinate vendor support and provide clear technical direction during escalations, repairs, upgrades, installations, and qualifications.
- Maintain accurate equipment history, repair data, parts usage, and technical documentation in required factory systems.
- Qualifications
- Associate or technical degree, military technician training, or equivalent maintenance experience.
- 2+ years of semiconductor equipment technician experience, with demonstrated specialist-level performance on complex manufacturing equipment.
- Demonstrated expert troubleshooting and problem-solving capability on Thin Films equipment, including the ability to connect equipment behavior with process performance.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize competing equipment needs, and provide clear technical leadership during high-impact events.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including complete repair documentation, technical procedures, pass downs, and cross-functional updates.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated expert-level experience on multiple listed Novellus and Applied Materials platforms.
- Formal OEM or vendor training on relevant Thin Films equipment.
- Experience leading chronic-failure elimination, equipment improvement projects, installations, upgrades, or major qualifications.
- Proficiency with factory systems and data tools used for equipment tracking, parts management, SPC, tool performance analysis, and documentation.
- Proven experience training and mentoring technicians across skill levels and shifts.
onsemi is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Technician - Thin Films. As an Equipment Maintenance Technician at onsemi’s 200mm manufacturing facility in Gresham, Oregon, you will work in a dynamic team environment and perform preventive, corrective, and diagnostic maintenance proficiently on a variety of innovative semiconductor manufacturing tools. Each day, you will be challenged by working on a diverse set of tools with a world-class team.
Shift A - Sunday, Monday, Tuesday e/o Wednesday 7 AM - 7:06 PM
Candidates must demonstrate a high level of hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting expertise on one or more of the following Thin Films platforms, with broad working knowledge across the area:
- Novellus Concept Two platforms, including SPEED, SEQ, and ALTUS
- Applied Materials platforms, including Endura, Centura, and Producer
- Major tool subsystems such as vacuum, gas delivery, RF/plasma, temperature control, robotics, process chambers, pumps, abatement interfaces, controls, and interlocks
- Responsibilities
- Independently diagnose and resolve extremely complex equipment and process-related failures using advanced diagnostic methods, schematics, system data, and sound troubleshooting discipline.
- Lead difficult tool recoveries and root-cause investigations, document findings clearly, and drive corrective actions through verified closure.
- Perform and improve preventive and corrective maintenance, calibrations, repairs, and scheduled tool qualifications with consistently high first-time-right quality.
- Interpret equipment, process, SPC, and performance data to identify abnormal conditions, recurring failure modes, and reliability improvement opportunities.
- Develop, improve, and standardize PM specifications, troubleshooting guides, best-known methods, checklists, and maintenance systems.
- Partner with equipment engineering, process engineering, manufacturing, vendors, and management to develop and execute continuous-improvement plans.
- Train and mentor technicians on all aspects of equipment maintenance, advanced diagnostics, safe work practices, documentation, and technical decision-making.
- Provide technical leadership across shifts by setting expectations for professional pass downs, data quality, work execution, and follow-through.
- Coordinate vendor support and provide clear technical direction during escalations, repairs, upgrades, installations, and qualifications.
- Maintain accurate equipment history, repair data, parts usage, and technical documentation in required factory systems.
- Qualifications
- Associate or technical degree, military technician training, or equivalent maintenance experience.
- 2+ years of semiconductor equipment technician experience, with demonstrated specialist-level performance on complex manufacturing equipment.
- Demonstrated expert troubleshooting and problem-solving capability on Thin Films equipment, including the ability to connect equipment behavior with process performance.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize competing equipment needs, and provide clear technical leadership during high-impact events.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including complete repair documentation, technical procedures, pass downs, and cross-functional updates.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated expert-level experience on multiple listed Novellus and Applied Materials platforms.
- Formal OEM or vendor training on relevant Thin Films equipment.
- Experience leading chronic-failure elimination, equipment improvement projects, installations, upgrades, or major qualifications.
- Proficiency with factory systems and data tools used for equipment tracking, parts management, SPC, tool performance analysis, and documentation.
- Proven experience training and mentoring technicians across skill levels and shifts.
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Equipment Maintenance Technician Job Market in Oregon
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Who's Hiring
- onsemi11
- Siltronic Corporation2
- Analog Devices1
- Port of Morrow1
- Astec Industries1
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
What Oregon Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in equipment maintenance technician jobs across Oregon.
- High school diploma or GED with two or more years of industrial maintenance experience
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical blueprints
- Hands-on experience with PLCs, variable frequency drives, and industrial control systems
- Proficiency in preventive maintenance programs and computerized maintenance management software
- Ability to safely operate forklifts and aerial work platforms per Oregon OSHA requirements
- Strong troubleshooting skills across hydraulic, pneumatic, and conveyor systems
Equipment Maintenance Technician Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a equipment maintenance technician in Oregon?
Most Oregon employers expect a high school diploma or GED plus hands-on mechanical experience, though an associate degree in industrial maintenance technology or mechatronics from a community college like Lane Community College or Portland Community College strengthens your application considerably. Oregon does not require a state license specifically for equipment maintenance technicians, but an NIMS credential or OSHA 10 or 30-hour card is widely recognized and frequently requested by Oregon manufacturers and food-processing facilities.
Which companies hire equipment maintenance technicians in Oregon?
Oregon equipment maintenance technician roles are posted by onsemi, Siltronic Corporation, and Analog Devices and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Oregon's dense concentration of semiconductor fabs, food and beverage plants, and forest products facilities means steady, recurring demand from both large multinationals and regional manufacturers throughout the state.
Which Oregon cities have the most equipment maintenance technician jobs?
Gresham, Portland, and Eugene account for the largest share of equipment maintenance technician openings in Oregon. Portland drives volume through its manufacturing corridor and Intel's Hillsboro campus nearby, Salem's food-processing and distribution industries sustain consistent demand, and Eugene's wood products and specialty manufacturing base generates openings across mid-Willamette Valley facilities.
How can I get hired as a equipment maintenance technician in Oregon with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a pre-apprenticeship or apprenticeship through Oregon's Associated Builders and Contractors chapter or the Oregon Apprenticeship and Training Division, which places candidates directly with manufacturing employers. Large Oregon operations like those run by Intel contractors, Kettle Brand, and Weyerhaeuser regularly take on maintenance helper and lube technician roles that train up without requiring prior experience. Earning an OSHA 10-hour card and completing a basic PLC course at a local community college before applying gives entry-level candidates a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to equipment maintenance technician jobs in Oregon?
You can find and apply to equipment maintenance technician jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level, specialization, and preferred location across the state, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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