Equipment Technician

FormFactor Inc.; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

ESPP

Paid time off

Job summary

FormFactor, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Technician to maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair semiconductor manufacturing equipment, ensuring high uptime and safety. This role collaborates with engineering and production teams to support reliability and yield goals.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, CMMS documentation, and mentoring junior technicians. The position requires cleanroom experience and a proactive approach to process improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-4 years of related experience.
• Experience maintaining and repairing semiconductor equipment in a high-volume environment.
• Familiarity with safety, environmental, and cleanroom protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on semiconductor equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and process-related issues.
• Support production by minimizing downtime and optimizing tool performance.

Skills

Clean Room Environment

Communication

CMMS

Electrical Systems

Lean Manufacturing

Molecular Diagnostics

PPE

Pneumatic Systems

Reading Schematics

Robotic Systems

Technical Manuals

Vacuum Systems

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Forming Our Future together

FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.

Forming Our Future together

FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.

Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.

Shift

FB D: The regular hours for this position are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and every other Saturday from 7:00pm to 7:15am. You will receive a 15% shift differential for working on the night shift.

Job Description

The Equipment Technician is responsible for maintaining, inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairs of a wide range of physical equipment—machines and electrical systems to ensure continuous and safe operation for semiconductor manufacturing equipment to support high-volume production. This position works under the guidance of an Operations Manufacturing Supervisor and collaborates closely with engineering and production teams to ensure equipment reliability and uptime.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on semiconductor equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and process-related issues.
• Support production goals by minimizing equipment downtime and optimizing tool performance.
• Document maintenance activities, parts usage, and tool history in CMMS systems.
• Participate in equipment installations, qualifications, and facility readiness activities.
• Evaluate equipment performance using system parameters, log files, and machine behavior.
• Identify and implement improvements to PM checklists, documentation, and equipment databases.
• Conduct equipment calibrations and support shipping/receiving of refurbished tools.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior technicians, including PM procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve yield and process capability.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully across shifts and departments.
• Interpret operation manuals, schematics, and technical drawings to support troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and cleanroom protocols.
• Conduct routine walkthroughs to proactively identify equipment issues.
• Demonstrate familiarity with fab processes and equipment sets to ensure tools meet process criteria.

Farmers Branch, TX

• medical
• dental
• vision
• EAP
• short-term and long-term disability
• life insurance
• flexible spending and savings accounts
• 401(k)
• ESPP
• paid time off

Skills

• Clean Room Environment
• Communication
• Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Electrical Systems
• Lean Manufacturing
• Molecular Diagnostics
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Pneumatic Systems
• Reading Schematics
• Robotic Systems
• Technical Manuals
• Vacuum Systems

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 2 - 4 years of related experience| Required

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.

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