Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician performs and oversees preventative maintenance routines on semiconductor process tools to ensure high equipment reliability and uptime. This role troubleshoots and repairs complex electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and vacuum systems while supporting production and engineering teams to drive continuous improvement. The technician also manages spare parts, leads equipment upgrades and installations, and maintains clear technical documentation and maintenance procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee preventative maintenance routines on semiconductor process tools to ensure consistent reliability and performance.

• Develop, maintain, and execute a structured preventive maintenance (PM) schedule for all assigned equipment.

• Troubleshoot and repair semiconductor process tools, including electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and vacuum systems.

• Diagnose issues with high-power equipment such as 480V, 3-phase electrical systems, checking for shorts and other faults.

• Track and analyze equipment downtime, failure modes, and spare-parts usage to identify trends and drive corrective actions.

• Manage spare parts inventory to ensure critical components are available and to prevent line-down situations.

• Lead equipment modifications, upgrades, and new tool installations from planning through execution.

• Interface with vendors and contractors to coordinate tool installs, upgrades, and maintenance activities.

• Coach and support equipment engineers and technicians on maintenance best practices and standard procedures.

• Write, update, and maintain clear technical documentation, including maintenance procedures and recovery plans.

• Support production teams to maximize tool uptime and throughput while maintaining quality standards.

• Conduct equipment Fingerprinting, perform Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and establish equipment-specific Statistical Process Control (SPC) charts.

• Support evaluation and specification of new tool purchases, including installation planning and upgrade requirements.

• Collaborate closely with process engineering to ensure tools meet process requirements and performance targets.

• Monitor equipment performance using SPC and other metrics to identify deviations and implement corrective actions.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.

• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including work with 480V, 3-phase power and checking for shorts.

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills on pumps, robotics, and associated control systems.

• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing semiconductor process tools, including vacuum and high-vacuum systems.

• Ability to perform hands-on technical tasks on complex semiconductor equipment safely and effectively.

• Experience with automation and control systems related to semiconductor tools.

• Solid understanding of pneumatics and mechanical systems used in semiconductor manufacturing.

• Experience working directly with process engineering teams to support process and equipment performance.

• Demonstrated experience with SPC and equipment performance monitoring.

• Prior involvement in tool installations, upgrades, or major maintenance events.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose complex equipment issues.

• Effective communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, production, vendors, and contractors.

• Proven initiative, ownership, and adaptability when facing new technical challenges.

• Ability to write clear, concise technical documentation, procedures, and recovery plans.

• Competent computer skills for documentation, data analysis, and equipment monitoring.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of high-power diode lasers and high-vacuum systems such as MBE, PVD, IBD, and evaporation tools.

• Experience conducting FMEA and establishing equipment-specific SPC charts.

• Background in managing spare parts inventory and tracking failure modes.

• Experience leading or coordinating equipment modifications and upgrades.

• Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment.

• Strong collaboration skills and a willingness to coach and support other technicians and engineers.

Why Work Here?

Join a high-tech leader that builds the technologies of the future while fostering a culture rooted in trust, collaboration, and innovation. You will work with cutting-edge semiconductor equipment and gain exposure to advanced processes and tools. The organization supports growth, development, and long-term career pathways, including structured opportunities to expand your technical expertise. A pension benefit becomes available after the first year, reflecting a commitment to your long-term financial well-being.

Work Environment

This role operates primarily on a 1st shift schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexible working hours as needed based on production requirements. You will work in a fast-paced semiconductor fabrication environment, performing hands-on tasks on complex process tools and high-vacuum systems. The position involves close collaboration with engineering, production, vendors, and contractors, requiring frequent coordination and communication across teams. The environment is highly technical, safety-focused, and driven by precision, data, and continuous improvement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Cranbury, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $76500.00 - $93500.00/yr.

401k and health benefits short form available

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cranbury,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 8, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.