Equipment Repair & Maintenance Technician

Night Shift Equipment Maintenance Technician

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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Lumentum is seeking a Night Shift Equipment Maintenance Technician to support 24/7 manufacturing of advanced photonic and optoelectronic devices. This role is responsible for sustaining lithography and vacuum-based semiconductor processing equipment used in the fabrication of lasers, optical components, and III-V devices. The technician will perform hands-on troubleshooting, maintenance, and real-time production support to ensure high equipment uptime, process stability, and product quality during overnight operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Monitoring & Troubleshooting
• Vacuum Systems Support
• Preventive & Corrective Maintenance
• Production Support
• Lithography & Process Support
• Data Collection & Shift Communication
• Continuous Improvement

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Electronics, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of experience in semiconductor, photonics, or precision manufacturing.
• Hands-on troubleshooting experience with complex manufacturing equipment.
• Working knowledge of: Mechanical, electrical, pneumatic systems; Vacuum systems and gas handling fundamentals.
• Willingness to work a permanent night shift schedule (including weekends/holidays).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with lithography equipment (ASML, Canon, Nikon, SUSS, TEL tracks).
• Experience supporting vacuum-based semiconductor tools (e.g., deposition, etch, implant).
• Familiarity with high vacuum (HV/UHV) systems, leak detection techniques, and pump technologies.
• Exposure to III-V or photonics manufacturing (InP, GaAs, lasers, optical components).
• Ability to read schematics, P&IDs, and vacuum system diagrams.
• Experience with automation, robotics, or PLC systems.
• Basic data analysis skills (Excel, JMP).

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong troubleshooting skills in both lithography equipment and vacuum systems
• Ability to work independently during off-shift hours
• High sense of urgency and ownership in a production environment
• Detail-oriented with strict adherence to procedures and cleanliness standards
• Clear communication for shift handoffs and escalation

Work Environment

• Semiconductor cleanroom environment supporting photonics manufacturing
• Frequent interaction with vacuum systems, gas lines, and precision optical equipment
• Strict adherence to contamination control and EHS standards
• Physically active role (standing, lifting, working on equipment)
• Night shift schedule (1012 hour shifts; compressed workweek possible)
• Shift differential and overtime opportunities

The salary range for this position is $70,000 90,000USD.

Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.