Cleanroom Operator Level I (Entry Level)

NY Creates; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental

Competitive Pay and PTO

Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent 

Care Accounts

Basic / Optional Life Insurance

Post-Retirement Health Insurance

Employer contribution of 7% to a Basic

Optional employee contributed退休 plan

Job summary

Ny Creates in Albany, NY is hiring an entry-level Cleanroom Operator Level I. You will operate and monitor advanced process equipment in a cleanroom, support production goals, and help ensure tool performance with attention to quality and accuracy.

The role offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge semiconductor technologies. Candidates should have a high school diploma, strong mechanical skills, proficiency in Word and Excel, and an ability to work under pressure, including overtime and

Qualifications

• Entry level position requiring a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Candidate must have good mechanical skills and be proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good written communication skills and neat, organized work habits are essential.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment with potential overtime.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment in semiconductor process areas (photolithography, etch, wet cleans, CVD, PVD, CMP, metrology).
• Write and update operating procedures as needed.
• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, and operate complex tool clusters.
• Provide technical assistance to operations management and resolve tool problems.
• Ensure accuracy, quality and productivity; monitor tool performance and utilization.
• Assist with new tool installation and qualification as required.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Computer literacy

Written communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

RSS Job Feed Department: Cleanroom Operations Locations: Albany, NY Posted: Nov 2, 2026 Closes: Open Until Filled Type: Full-Time Ref. No.: R22-110 Salary Type: Hourly Salary Range: $21.00 - $21.00 Position ID: 206331

About NY Creates:

NY Creates serves as a bridge for advanced electronics, leads projects that advance R&D in emerging technologies, and generates the jobs of tomorrow. NY Creates also runs some of the most advanced facilities in the world, boasts more than 3,000 industry experts and faculty, and manages public and private investments of approximately $25 billion - placing it at the global epicenter of high-tech innovation and commercialization.

Position Summary, Cleanroom Operator Level I (Entry Level)

The Cleanroom Operator Level I plays a critical role in semiconductor research and development by operating and monitoring advanced process equipment in a cleanroom environment. This position supports production goals through equipment operation, troubleshooting, inspections, and quality-focused process execution while ensuring accuracy, productivity, and optimal tool performance. The role offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge semiconductor technologies and contributes directly to manufacturing success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating equipment in various semiconductor process areas such as photolithography, etch, wet cleans, CVD, PVD, CMP, metrology and others. Write and update operating procedures as needed.
• Perform inspection, test, minimal repair, troubleshooting and operation of several process tools or tool clusters of a complex nature.
• May be involved in new tool installation, troubleshooting, and qualification.
• Will provide technical assistance to operations management and resolve tool problems. Must exhibit self-discipline and be able to work under minimal supervision.
• Support peak workload periods, recognize and correct any errors or deficiencies.
• Correct improper operation of equipment and will take corrective action.
• Accountable for individual results and for the impact of the results on the team. Accuracy, quality and productivity are all required.
• Accountable for equipment utilization of assigned equipment.
• Other reasonable duties assigned.

Requirements:

• This position is an entry level position which requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Candidate must have good mechanical skills, excellent computer literacy, including Microsoft word and Excel, possess good written communication skills,
• Be well organized with attention to detail,
• Have the ability work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment as well as
• Be available for overtime work.

This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check; this position may require annual background checks.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Competitive Pay and PTO
• Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Basic / Optional Life Insurance
• Post-Retirement Health Insurance
• Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service.
• Optional employee contributed retirement account

Location:

257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203

Salary Range:

$21/hr. starting salary, 15% differential paid for overnight shift

Additional Information:

NOTE: Some positions require access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, or restricted programs where U.S. Government authorization may be required.

For positions requiring such access, offers of employment are contingent upon the employer being able to obtain the necessary authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other government agencies. The decision to pursue an export license application is at The Research Foundation for SUNY's sole discretion. Proof of status may be required prior to employment in connection with necessary authorizations.

Employment is with the Research Foundation for SUNY. The Research Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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