Field Service/Start-Up Technician

Kelly Services

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 43,000 - 54,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Transit spending account
Holiday pay

Job summary

Kelly is seeking Field Service / Start-Up Technicians to support installation, maintenance, and repair of semiconductor manufacturing equipment at customer sites in the Phoenix area. Roles include traveling 10%–100%, with levels I & II, in a hands-on, highly technical environment.

Positions require strong mechanical/electrical aptitude, ability to read schematics, and excellent communication with customers. 12-month contracts, pay rate $31–$39/hr, and W2 through staffing supplier.

Qualifications

  • HS diploma/GED required; technical degree preferred.
  • Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting experience.
  • Ability to use hand tools, diagnostic equipment, and technical documentation.
  • Read blueprints, schematics, and electrical diagrams.
  • Strong communication skills in a customer-facing environment.

Responsibilities

  • Perform on-site installation, service, maintenance, and repair of semiconductor processing equipment.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and equipment-related issues.
  • Perform equipment start-ups, upgrades, and modifications as needed.
  • Read and follow technical documentation, blueprints, electrical diagrams, and SOPs.
  • Diagnose equipment problems and replace or install components as required.
  • Coordinate with customers, technicians, engineers, and supervisors to minimize downtime.
  • Maintain accurate service records and reports.
  • Train or assist customer technicians with equipment operation and basic maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude
Electrical troubleshooting
Read blueprints/schematics
Hands-on diagnostic tools
Customer-facing communication
Tool handling
Willingness to travel

Education

High school diploma/GED
Associate or technical degree in Electronics/Engineering/Mechanical Technology

Tools

Diagnostic equipment
Hand tools

Job description

Field Service / Start-Up Technician (Semiconductor Industry)

Location: Phoenix/Chandler, AZ area

Travel: Positions typically require significant travel (10% - 100%)

Pay Rate: $31 - $39/hr (dependent on shift and level)

Contract Duration: 12 months

Contract Type: W2 through Staffing Supplier

*Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship

We are seeking Field Service / Start-Up Technicians (Levels I & II) to support the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of semiconductor manufacturing equipment at customer sites. This position is ideal for candidates with strong mechanical and electrical aptitude who are comfortable working in a highly technical, hands-on environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform on-site installation, service, maintenance, and repair of semiconductor processing equipment.

  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and equipment-related issues.

  • Perform equipment start-ups, upgrades, and modifications as needed.

  • Read and follow technical documentation, blueprints, electrical diagrams, and written procedures/SOPs.

  • Diagnose equipment problems and replace or install components as required.

  • Coordinate with customers, technicians, engineers, and supervisors to minimize equipment downtime.

  • Maintain accurate service records and reports.

  • Train or assist customer technicians with equipment operation and basic maintenance.

  • Follow all applicable safety procedures and customer-site requirements.

  • Maintain company tools, equipment, and other assigned property.

  • Travel domestically as required based on business needs, including customer sites, training facilities, and company locations.

Qualifications
  • High school diploma/GED required; Associate or technical degree in Electronics, Engineering, Mechanical Technology, or a related field preferred.

  • Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting experience.

  • Ability to use hand tools, diagnostic equipment, and technical documentation.

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and electrical diagrams.

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a customer-facing environment.

  • Safety-focused mindset.

  • Ability and willingness to travel based on business requirements.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

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