Equipment Maintenance Technician

Equipment Maintenance Technician

IQE is a leading global supplier of compound semiconductor wafers and advanced materials. Our vision is to be the top provider of advanced semiconductor materials by delivering exceptional quality, service, and innovation, making us the first choice for customers. Our strength comes from our diverse, expert workforce and a culture built on integrity, accountability, excellence, teamwork, and valuing people. At IQE, we are committed to reaching Net Zero and creating a sustainable future.

The Equipment Maintenance Technician performs all preventive maintenance and repair activities on Molecular Beam Epitaxy (MBE) systems and related components. Also, the technician performs preventive maintenance and repair activities on wafer characterization equipment and reports findings to the Equipment Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs basic troubleshooting and repair of MBE systems
• Learns and perform basic scheduled preventative maintenance on characterization equipment
• Maintains a general knowledge of all activities undertaken during the preventive maintenance and repair processes
• Works directly with a Senior Technician to become trained and certified on equipment and procedures
• Responsible for the upkeep and administration of spare parts and tools inventories relating to MBE equipment maintenance
• Responsible for testing work instructions, checklists, and procedures related to MBE systems and related components
• Participates in IQE NC Emergency Response Team
• Performs other duties and functions as required

About you:

• Associate degree in engineering or related technical discipline
• Electrical and or Mechanical maintenance experience is desirable

Why should you join us?

• Long Term Incentive Plans (LTIPs)
• Professional Development and career pathways
• Market competitive base salaries reviewed bi-annually
• Comprehensive health insurance offering medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage.
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance.
• Long service awards 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 years
• Values-based recognition awards
• Employee Assistance Program (Free family, legal, financial and counselling support 24/7 Access)
• 401k Plan with company match of up to 50% on the first 6% of the employees' contributions

IQE is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity at all levels. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.