Equipment Technician Jobs in Oregon

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Job Description:

Microchip has an opportunity for an experienced Senior Technician-Equipment (CVD) at our Fab 4 facility in Gresham, Oregon. This position will support Fab 4 maintenance of semiconductor manufacturing equipment. Must practice excellent trouble-shooting methods and be able to work effectively in a team environment. This position is on the back day compressed work week shift (Thurs, Fri, Sat, every other Wed, 6:15 AM to 6:30 AM).

Essential Functions

• Repair Watkins Johnson, Novellus CVD and Cu Sabre, AG RTP, and Applied Centura RTP systems.
• Work with systems containing radiation, electrical, mechanical, liquid, and gas hazards.
• Trouble-shoot electronic, electrical, and mechanical problems.
• Read and interpret mechanical prints and electrical/electronic schematics.
• Practice effective and productive written and verbal communication.
• Document work in maintenance logs effectively.
• Follow procedures and instructions.
• Able to contribute as a reliable and effective team member with minimal supervision.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• AA degree in a technical field
• Or equivalent semiconductor industry experience, military training or technical degree.
• 7+ years of experience in equipment maintenance performing PM’s on Novellus tools
• Or equivalent technical military experience
• Solid organizational, documentation and writing skills.
• Creative problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Self-directed, self-motivated.
• Proficient with MS Office products.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on Novellus and AMAT tools.
• Additional experience in other fab maintenance areas.

Special Requirements

• Participation as an active member of the Fab 4 ERT (Emergency Response Team).
• Ability to meet the requirements of the ERT physical.
• Must pass a physical, fit test and medical clearance for the usage of a tight-fitting respirator (SCBA full face mask level).
• Must maintain physical requirements for wearing SCBA full face mask level.
• Must be able and willing to travel for training purposes.

Critical Physical Requirements

• Able to lift, push, pull approx. 50 lbs; carry 50 lbs; sit 5%; stand 60%; walk 35%; must be able to perform activities that include climbing, bending at waist, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, crawling, handling, feeling, hearing, talking, seeing. Work environment could include slippery surfaces, noise or vibrations, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, fumes or odors, dust or gases.

This is a Safety Sensitive position.

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Bending at Waist, Carrying, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Electrical Hazards, Feeling, Fumes or Odors, Handling, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Mechanical Hazards, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Stooping, Talking

Physical Requirements:

Able to lift, push, pull approx. 50 lbs; carry 50 lbs; sit 5%; stand 60%; walk 35%

Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.