Maintenance Technician

WGNSTAR; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid Vacation

Select Holidays

Overtime Opportunities

Career Development Opportunities

On-site Facilities

Job summary

WGNSTAR in Boise, ID, is looking for a full-time technician to carry out maintenance tasks on semiconductor abatement equipment, ensuring optimal performance. Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of experience in semiconductor manufacturing or a related field.

The position offers a pay rate of $25.00/hr, as well as a full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k). Join us to support cutting-edge technology and enhance your career!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing or a related technical environment.
• Demonstrated ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), technical manuals, and work instructions.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to maintenance.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on supporting internal and external customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance on semiconductor abatement equipment.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and implement timely solutions.
• Calibrate equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.

Skills

Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Ability to follow standard operating procedures

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education

1+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing or related technical environment

Tools

Pumps

High vacuum systems

Motors

Electronics

Pneumatics

Job description

Schedule: M-TH (7:00am-4:30pm) 30m lunch

Pay Rate: $25.00/hr

Location: Boise, ID

Position Type: Full-time

Benefits

This position is eligible for WGNSTAR’s full benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k). Additional benefits are listed below.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance on semiconductor abatement equipment to ensure optimal performance and uptime
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions using technical expertise and system data; implement timely and effective solutions
• Calibrate equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and operational standards
• Monitor and analyze equipment performance to identify trends and prevent potential failures
• Install, commission, decommission, and qualify new abatement equipment
• Perform equipment upgrades, retrofits, and conversions to support process or production requirements
• Utilize equipment tracking systems to review maintenance history and inform troubleshooting decisions
• Accurately document all maintenance activities, repairs, and calibration records in accordance with company standards
• Ensure compliance with documentation protocols and audit requirements
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency
• Support engineering and process teams in experiments, trials, and evaluations aimed at reducing inefficiencies and improving performance
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, waste reduction, and process optimization
• Adhere to all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) policies, procedures, and work instructions
• Maintain safe work practices and ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Report any unsafe conditions, behaviors, or incidents in accordance with company protocols
• Support ongoing compliance with regulatory and internal safety standards
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant work areas in alignment with 5S or similar standards
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including engineering, production, and quality
• Communicate clearly and professionally with team members and stakeholders to support operational goals

Requirements

• Minimum of 1+ years of experience in semiconductor manufacturing or a related technical environment
• Demonstrated ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), technical manuals, and work instructions
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills with a proactive approach to maintenance
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as effectively in a team environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on supporting internal and external customer satisfaction

Preferences

• Experience working on repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining pumps, high vacuum systems, motors, electronics, or pneumatics.

Physical Effort / Activities

May be required to walk up to 5+ miles per day, be on feet for 8-10 hours at a time, bend, twist, push/pull, crouch, kneel in confined spaces, work at heights, on a ladder, and lift up to 50-75 pounds. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Additional Benefits

• Paid Vacation
• Select Holidays
• Overtime Opportunities
• On‑site Facilities & Career Development Opportunities

Legal Notices

• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, O-1, etc). Additionally, WGNSTAR does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program for this role.
• WGNSTAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug‑free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
• WGNSTAR places an immense emphasis on equal employment, encourages diversity in the workplace, and applies an open‑door policy for inclusion of all employees.