Facilities Electrical Technician

Amkor Technology, Inc.; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Amkor Technology, Inc. in Peoria, AZ is seeking a facilities electrical technician responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting electrical power distribution systems that support facility operations.

This role ensures the safe, reliable, and continuous operation of low‑voltage and medium‑voltage electrical infrastructure, including switchgear, panelboards, transformers, generators, and emergency power systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial or commercial electrical maintenance experience.
• Ability to read single‑line diagrams, wiring schematics, and panel schedules.
• Proficiency with electrical test instruments and safe electrical work practices.
• Experience using CMMS systems for work orders and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical distribution equipment including switchgear, MCCs, panelboards, breakers, disconnects, transformers, UPS units, and emergency generators.
• Inspect grounding systems, bonding conductors, cable trays, bus ducts, and protective devices.
• Conduct electrical testing such as insulation resistance, continuity checks, torque verification, load measurements, and IR thermography.
• Ensure all sets (megger, clamp meters etc) are maintained and calibrated.
• Troubleshoot faults in power circuits, motor circuits, breakers, relays, and facility electrical distribution components.
• Respond to electrical emergencies, power disturbances, and equipment trips to restore operations safely and efficiently.
• Support installation of conduit, wiring, cable pulls, junction boxes, breakers, receptacles, and panels according to electrical codes and site standards.
• Assist contractors and engineering teams during construction, startup, and commissioning of facility electrical systems.
• Verify labeling, phasing, torquing, and proper installation of all new electrical equipment.
• Follow all NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 70E, and OSHA electrical safety requirements including arc‑flash boundaries, PPE, and LOTO procedures.
• Maintain accurate electrical documentation, panel schedules, breaker lists, and maintenance records through the CMMS platform.
• Participate in safety inspections, electrical audits, and risk assessments to ensure full compliance.
• Conduct routine electrical rounds to assess system status, identify hazards, and verify normal equipment operation.
• Support system startups and shutdowns, load transfers, and power restoration activities.
• Work with other facilities teams on cross‑functional maintenance and troubleshooting tasks, when electrical support is needed.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Read schematics

CMMS proficiency

Education

Journeyman electrician license

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Amkor Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMKR) is the world’s largest U.S. headquartered OSAT and is a global leader in outsourced semiconductor packaging and test services. With a strong track record of innovation, a broad and diverse geographic footprint and solid partnerships with lead customers, Amkor delivers high-quality solutions that enable the world’s leading semiconductor and electronics companies to bring advanced technologies to market. The company’s comprehensive portfolio includes advanced packaging, wafer‑level processing, and system‑in‑package solutions targeting applications for smartphones, data centers, artificial intelligence, automobiles and wearables. For more information visit amkor.com.

Position Summary

Amkor Technology Arizona is seeking a facilities electrical technician responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting electrical power distribution systems that support facility operations. This role ensures the safe, reliable, and continuous operation of low‑voltage and medium‑voltage electrical infrastructure, including switchgear, panelboards, transformers, generators, and emergency power systems. The technician supports construction, commissioning, and ongoing operations to ensure all electrical systems meet safety codes, performance expectations, and site reliability standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Establish and Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical distribution equipment including switchgear, MCCs, panelboards, breakers, disconnects, transformers, UPS units, and emergency generators.
• Inspect and maintain grounding systems, bonding conductors, cable trays, bus ducts, and protective devices.
• Conduct electrical testing such as insulation resistance, continuity checks, torque verification, load measurements, and IR thermography.
• Ensure all sets (megger, clamp meters etc) are maintained and calibrated
• Troubleshoot faults in power circuits, motor circuits, breakers, relays, and facility electrical distribution components.
• Respond to electrical emergencies, power disturbances, and equipment trips to restore operations safely and efficiently.
• Support installation of conduit, wiring, cable pulls, junction boxes, breakers, receptacles, and panels according to electrical codes and site standards.
• Assist contractors and engineering teams during construction, startup, and commissioning of facility electrical systems.
• Verify labeling, phasing, torquing, and proper installation of all new electrical equipment.
• Follow all NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 70E, and OSHA electrical safety requirements including arc‑flash boundaries, PPE, and LOTO procedures.
• Maintain accurate electrical documentation, panel schedules, breaker lists, and maintenance records through the CMMS platform.
• Participate in safety inspections, electrical audits, and risk assessments to ensure full compliance.
• Conduct routine electrical rounds to assess system status, identify hazards, and verify normal equipment operation.
• Support system startups and shutdowns, load transfers, and power restoration activities.
• Work with other facilities teams (HVAC, mechanical, utilities) on cross‑functional maintenance and troubleshooting tasks, when electrical support is needed.

Required Qualifications

Strong working knowledge of low‑voltage (

• 3+ years of industrial or commercial electrical maintenance experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical single‑line diagrams, wiring schematics, and panel schedules.
• Proficiency with electrical test instruments and safe electrical work practices.
• Experience using CMMS systems for work orders and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman electrician license or equivalent technical certification.
• Experience with medium‑voltage equipment (4kV–15kV) including safe switching procedures.
• Prior experience in semiconductor, manufacturing, or data‑center environments.
• NFPA 70E training or electrical safety certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in various weather conditions and awkward positions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in mechanical spaces, rooftops, and equipment rooms.
• Exposure to sharp, hot, and cold equipment.
• Must be medically qualified to wear a respirator & PPE up to Category 4 Arc Flash Suits
• Ability to climb ladders, work at elevation, and in confined spaces with PPE.

Location

Location: Peoria, AZ. This position is onsite. During the construction phase and initial onboarding period, employees will work a standard Monday–Friday schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. As the facility transitions into manufacturing operations, the role will move to a 12-hour compressed workweek schedule. Shift assignments may include day or night shifts, weekends, and holidays, and will be determined based on business and operational needs.

Amkor is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.