Maintenance Technician 2

Sierra Wireless; Colorado; On-site; USD 23,419 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Semtech is seeking a Maintenance Technician 2 to support the Colorado Springs area. You will mentor junior technicians, troubleshoot hard-down equipment, and maintain overall equipment availability to minimize downtime.

You will implement and complete projects from the Maintenance manager and collaborate with production, engineering, and safety teams to keep the department running smoothly.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5+ years of hands‑on industry experience or equivalent education.
• Knowledge of AC/DC circuits and electronics troubleshooting with test equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair hard down equipment and assist with repairs and maintenance.
• Mentor and guide Level 1 technicians.
• Perform preventative maintenance, installations, de-installations and upgrades.
• Execute projects to improve area efficiency and maintenance processes.
• Document maintenance in checklists and MES/I2DS systems.
• Learn and operate assembly, test tape and reel, and other equipment areas.
• Be flexible and take on additional responsibilities as needed.

Skills

AC/DC circuits knowledge

Troubleshooting electronics

Teamwork

Independent work

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

AAS in Electronics

BS in Electronics Engineering Technology

AS/BS in Physics or Mathematics

Tools

Multimeters

Ohmmeters

MES

I2DS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Shift: Elkton Day Shift

Job Summary

As a Maintenance Technician 2, you will assist in mentoring and training junior level T1 technicians. You will assist the team and help give guidance in troubleshooting “hard down” equipment as well as monitoring and maintaining the area equipment to reduce downtime and increase overall availability. You will be responsible for implementing and completing projects assigned by Maintenance manager/supervisor and or the Senior level maint technicians. You will work in partnership with production team members, engineering teams, and help keep the area and maintenance department safe and running efficiently.

This will be a mid-range technician level position and will require implementing and helping to specialize on more specific systems that require support and hard level repairs and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Ability to work on “hard down” equipment, and normal line triage and troubleshooting as well as to help improvise and implement solutions for repairs and upkeep or modification. (10%)
• Ability to help mentor Tech level 1 technicians. (10%)
• Perform preventative maintenance, assist with all equipment installations and or de-installations and or upgrades under supervision. (20%)
• Perform projects designated by senior lead technicians and or the maintenance manager/supervisor in increasing efficiency for the area as a whole and the maintenance department. (10%)
• Document all maintenance performed in established checklists and tracking programs, (MES, I2DS.) (20%)
• Ability to start learning and working on all equipment in the Assembly, Test tape and reel as well as ZC areas including - Dicing Saws, Epoxy Printers, Grinders, Plasma Etchers, Metal Plate Line, RO water systems, MIE test and Merlin die attach equipment. (20%)
• The ability to be flexible with job responsibilities and take the initiative to assume added responsibilities. (10%)

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 to 5 or more years of hands‑on industry experience in a related field; alternatively, candidates may qualify through a combination of formal education such as an AAS in Electronics, BS in Electronics Engineering Technology, or AS/BS in Physics or Mathematics, and applicable experience in areas such as service technician work, aircraft or automotive mechanics, or semiconductor fabrication.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of AC/DC circuits including fundamentals of electricity and electronic components, with a strong mechanical and electronics aptitude and demonstrated ability to properly use multimeters and ohmmeters to troubleshoot electronic circuits and systems. Ability to interface with Field Service Engineers and vendors during system repairs and remote troubleshooting via phone or email.
• Basic to advanced data extraction, analysis, and reporting skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated teamwork skills with a strong focus on effective team dynamics and collaboration.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision, manage time effectively, and adapt to shifting production priorities or expanded responsibilities as business needs evolve.
• Must be willing to work a 12-hour shift on a 3 to 4 day a week work schedule.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of AC/DC circuits including motor controls, PLCs, or power distribution systems.
• Experience working within a semiconductor fabrication environment with exposure to equipment qualification or preventive maintenance programs.

Career Growth Philosophy

At Semtech, we seek innovation and leadership from every member of our team. Our goal is to ensure that our talented professionals are equipped with support, resources, and the opportunity to excel. The career development program is an important part of our recruiting strategy. The pay-for-performance philosophy provides recognition and prestige coupled with a competitive compensation package.

The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.

All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $26 - $28 an hour. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base salary, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education and experience, as well as job location and the value of other elements of an employee’s total compensation package.