Maintenance Technician III, Wafer Equipment (Night Shift)

Maintenance Technician III Wafer Equipment (Night Shift)

Pay Rate: $36.00 $39.00/hr (includes 12.5% differential)

Location: San Jose, CA (100% Onsite)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract Est. End Date: April 2027

Schedule: Full-time, 44 hours/week Shift: AWS Night Shift (11.5-hour shifts)

BO Shift: SundayTuesday + every other Saturday (7:00 PM 7:30 AM)

GO Shift: WednesdayFriday + every other Saturday (7:00 PM 7:30 AM)

Position Overview

Tekberry is seeking a Maintenance Technician III Wafer Equipment (Night Shift) to support our client in their semiconductor wafer manufacturing operations. This role supports critical production equipment in a cleanroom environment and requires strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently on off-shifts.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on wafer fabrication tools

Troubleshoot equipment issues and determine root cause for long-term reliability

Accurately document maintenance activities in CMMS systems and tool logbooks

Support Equipment Engineers and Tool Owners to improve tool uptime and performance

Maintain detailed records including PM checklists, parts usage, and maintenance history

Follow all cleanroom and safety protocols

Continuously build technical knowledge through training and hands-on work

Contribute to process improvements and operational efficiency

Required Qualifications

Strong electro-mechanical troubleshooting and maintenance experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Strong communication and documentation skills

Ability to work independently on night shifts and in a team environment

Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 35 lbs

Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and flexible schedules

Reliable, detail-oriented, and quality-focused

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with semiconductor wafer fabrication equipment (Photo, Thin Films, Etch, CMP, Plating)

Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings

Knowledge of PLCs and control systems

Experience with failure analysis and root cause troubleshooting

Experience using DVMs and standard mechanical tools

Education

Technical degree in Electronics, OR

ASE Certification, OR

Military electro-mechanical experience, OR

Semiconductor industry experience

Work Environment

Cleanroom manufacturing environment

Night shift operations supporting production uptime

Fast-paced, high-precision environment requiring strict adherence to safety and contamination control