Industrial Electrician

SkyWater Technology Foundry; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 88,316 - 132,475; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Life insurance

Stock purchase at discount

Job summary

SkyWater Technology Foundry seeks a Facilities Electrician in Bloomington, MN to maintain electrical and process control systems across production, cleanroom, and utility areas. You will execute preventive maintenance, respond to issues safely, and collaborate with engineers and vendors to improve equipment reliability.

The role requires a Minnesota Journeyman license, PLCs/VFDs experience, and strong problem solving.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minnesota Electrician's License (Minimum Journeyman) required; Master Electrician preferred.
• Experience with PLCs, VFDs, and pneumatic/analog/digital electronics in industrial settings.
• Ability to read electrical prints and measurement instruments; able to troubleshoot.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate electrical and process control systems across facilities.
• Respond to work requests safely, per NEC and local regulations.
• Implement preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and document changes.
• Coordinate/plan equipment PM, repairs, and improvements with teams.
• Diagnose power/control problems, alarms, and calibrations; source parts.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Problem solving

Read electrical prints

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

2401 E 86th St, Bloomington, MN 55425, USA

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Bold Thinking. World Changing. At SkyWater, our ingenuity helps improve lives around the world by manufacturing U.S. made semiconductors that are essential ingredients of modern life. Automotive safety enhancements, life-saving medical devices, consumer electronics and American security require semiconductors. Working in our Minnesota headquarters, Florida, or Texas location — employees join together to improve the world.

Explore what’s possible. Joining our U.S. - based team means contributing to and learning about the commercialization of some of the most exciting technologies the world has ever seen. We are turning “science fiction” into everyday reality through technologies such as superconducting, 3D integrated circuits or computer chips, carbon nanotubes, photonic logic devices, micro electro-mechanical systems and other emerging device topologies. We manufacture products for aerospace and defense, medical, automotive, consumer and industrial markets, to name a few. Our customers include emerging leaders who rely on our intellectual property security and quality manufacturing services.

Step into the future. SkyWater’s values of Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Empowerment and Growth Mindset guide us to cultivate an empowered, learning environment. We also invest in developing highly skilled, dedicated employees — and employees who are entering the workforce for the first time, from the military, and a variety of educational backgrounds.

Are you bold thinking? Find your place on our team and help us change the world!

Primary Objective:

SkyWater is searching for a Facilities Electrician for our Bloomington, MN Site.

Major Areas of Accountability :

• Responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, modifying, calibrating, and making adjustments to electrical, electronic, and process control systems and devices used in mechanical, production, cleanroom, office and utility areas.
• Respond to work requests in an efficient and safe manner, in strict accordance with local, state, and federal (NEC) standards & requirements.
• Implement and improve preventive maintenance procedures to ensure optimal functionality and minimize downtime.
• Document system changes, operating procedures, events, and improvements.
• Coordinate/Plan/Perform equipment preventative maintenance, repairs, and improvements.
• Work with management, engineers, other team members and contractors to make repairs and improvements.
• Respond to power & control problems, alarms, variations, and calibrations.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and perform repairs.
• Determine parts, tools, and supplies necessary for the jobs.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid State of Minnesota Electrician's License (Minimum Journeyman). Master Electrician License preferred.
• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and pneumatic, analog and digital electronics, computer/microprocessor-based control systems, including electrical maintenance/troubleshooting of industrial equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to meet commitments and deliver results, while being able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical prints & measurement instruments to better troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
• Have positive interpersonal skills, highly energetic and self-motivated.
• Ability to use problem solving principles to identify and implement root cause fixes.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in semiconductor fab facilities.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift and move processing equipment, applicable tools, office equipment, and some chemical drums.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to work a minimum of 8-hour shifts, a minimum of 5 days/week.
• Perform a variety of long-distance walking, stair/ladder climbing, standing, sitting & data entry.
• Wear complete fab attire for full shift & meet all safety and cleanroom requirements.
• Wear proper personal protective equipment for work with hazardous chemicals, gases, and hot/cold outdoor environments.

US Citizenship Required:

This position will require the holding of a government security clearance which requires U.S Citizenship.

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The hourly range for this role is $42.46 - $63.69 per hour. Pay offered is based on many factors including, but not limited to, the job-related experience, skills, education, and credentials of each candidate.

SkyWater offers an exciting environment where the brightest semiconductor minds come together to achieve exceptional results. We offer competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans as well other employee financial benefits including 401k match, life insurance and opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate.

Benefits:

• We offer competitive salary and an opportunity to participate in incentive plans
• 401k match
• life insurance
• opportunities to purchase SkyWater stock at a discounted rate

Additionally, SkyWater offers a comprehensive benefits package which promotes a healthy life. This includes benefit eligibility day one, medical, dental, mental health benefits, vision, legal planning, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, an on-site fitness facility, and an on-site self-serve market.

Benefits List:

• benefit eligibility day one
• medical
• dental
• mental health benefits
• vision
• legal planning
• short- and long-term disability
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• an on-site fitness facility
• an on-site self-serve market

SkyWater complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause an undue hardship. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. To request reasonable accommodations, to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 952-851-5200 or [e-mail].

We will never ask applicants to pay fees, purchase equipment or gift cards, or provide financial information before a formal offer of employment has been accepted. If you receive a suspicious communication claiming to represent our company, please verify its authenticity by contacting our recruitment team at [e-mail] before responding.

2401 E 86th St, Bloomington, MN 55425, USA