Building Maintenance Technician, Associates Degree (2027 New College Graduate)

Building Maintenance Technician

GlobalFoundries in Essex Junction, Vermont, is seeking a motivated 2027 new college graduate to join the Fab 9 Facilities team as a Building Maintenance Technician. This fully on-site technical role performs planned and corrective maintenance on general office HVAC, building mechanical and electrical systems, and specialized laboratory and manufacturing support systems at the site's 200mm semiconductor manufacturing facility.

Essential Responsibilities include:

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control systems; evaluate system performance; and support timely restoration of reliable building services.
• Perform planned, preventative, and corrective maintenance and repairs on HVAC, building mechanical, electrical, gas-service, and related facility systems.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing, office, and laboratory customers, including equipment installations, upgrades, and facilities improvement projects.
• Work collaboratively with technicians, engineers, contractors, and customers while maintaining a strong focus on safety, environmental compliance, equipment reliability, documentation, and customer satisfaction.

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications:

• Education Graduating with an Associate's degree in HVAC, Building Systems, Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, Electromechanical Technology, or a related technical field from an accredited degree program.
• Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.
• Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)
• Basic knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, or electronic control systems through coursework, laboratory work, internships, co-ops, apprenticeships, or related hands-on experience.
• Ability to use computers, read technical documentation, communicate clearly, pay close attention to detail, and maintain equipment without disrupting system operations.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and work fully on site on a Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. schedule, with rotational weekend and holiday coverage as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior related internship or co-op experience.
• Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.
• Strong interest in leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support effective decision-making.
• Project management skills, i.e. the ability to innovate and execute solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong planning & organizational skills
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting or maintaining industrial or commercial HVAC, mechanical, electrical, gas-service, building automation, or electronic control systems.
• Understanding of system design parameters, safety and environmental shutdown scenarios, preventative maintenance practices, technical drawings, and computerized maintenance or work-order systems.

Expected Salary Range

$48,200.00 - $83,200.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.