Maintenance Technician Apprentice

Entegris; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

3 weeks vacation

401(K) employer match

Health insurance

Education assistance

Job summary

Entegris in Chaska, MN seeks a Maintenance Technician Apprentice to maintain and repair production equipment and facility systems, focusing on uptime, safety, and continuous improvement.

The role starts on first shift, Monday–Friday, with potential progression to 2nd/3rd shift after completion of the apprenticeship, and full-time opportunities thereafter. Candidates should have a technical degree or equivalent experience and strong electrical/mechanical skills.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or equivalent in manufacturing.
• Hands-on electrical experience and high mechanical aptitude.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and train co-workers.
• Lift up to 45 pounds and stand/walk during shifts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair production equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits and sensors; adjust robots and PLCs.
• Follow safety protocols and document work in the CMMS.
• Support controls, automation, and robotics maintenance tasks.
• Collaborate with teams on continuous improvement and data reporting.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Team training ability

Education

Two-year technical degree (controls/automation/robotics/electrical) or equivalent experience

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title:

Maintenance Technician Apprentice

Job Description:

THE ROLE:

Our site in Chaska, MN is seeking a Maintenance Technician Apprentice to join our team.

The MaintenanceTechnicianApprenticeperforms a variety of tasks and assignments including the maintenance and repair of production equipment and facility infrastructure. The focus will be on equipment uptime and reliability, preventative maintenance, safety, troubleshooting, controls and automation equipment, and process improvements.

HOURS FOR THIS POSITION IS FIRST SHIFT MONDAY-FRIDAY (FLEXIBLE HOURS DEPENDING ON COURSEWORK) WITH THE OPPORTUNITY TO WORK ON 2ND OR 3RD SHIFT FULL TIME AFTER APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM IS COMPLETED.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Repairs,replacesand tests of electrical circuits on equipment. Isolates defects in wiring, switches,motorsand other electrical equipment using testing instruments. Replaces faulty switches,socketsand other elements of electrical systems.Mountsmotors andcompletescircuits per diagram specifications.
• Stays current with all codes and attends Entegris training.
• Performs all workin accordance withestablished safety procedures. Inspects completed work for conformance with job specifications and safety requirements.
• Serves as a primary resource for controls and automation maintenance issues.
• Utilizes the computerized work order system.Enterinformation andcompletesall required documentation thoroughly andtimely.
• Focuses on key business processes to influence customer satisfaction, waste elimination, growth, costeffectivenessand product quality.
• Follows standard Engineering and Technology practices and procedures. Participates in Entegris' continual quality improvement process and dedication to customer satisfaction.
• Completes miscellaneous tasks as assigned.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area. WearsrequiredPersonal Protective Equipment. Performs duties in a safe manner andobservesapproved safety procedures.
• Communicates potential hazards immediately to supervisor and identifies and corrects potential unsafe conditions.
• Robot PM's - inspection of pneumatic and electrical connections and lines for functionality.
• Inspection of in-house built equipment and associated PMs.
• Replace components and adjust sensors whenrequired.
• Adjust production floor robot program points and troubleshoot robot functional issues that arise.
• Troubleshoot and adjust in-house built and vendor custom built equipment issuespertaining tosensors, motor drives, vision systems,PLCand HMI issues.
• Network communication to and from equipment - troubleshooting and repair of issues.
• Support Tooling setup aftermoldtear down for service or cleaning by adjusting core servo homing adjustment.
• Add new variant part numbers to Automated equipment.
• Update test inspection programs for new variant partsand ortest spec updates to current equipment.
• Update data output info to CamLine for data collection of current equipment.
• Connection of production floor robots to RJG for bad part quarantine.
• Clear all robots and automated equipment for safe re-startafter a power outage or shut down.
• Work with and support robotics, Electrical (AC/DC), hydraulics, pneumatic, servo motors, sensors, HMI interfaces, and complex mechanical equipment.
• Provide support for PLC, HMI,servoand stepper drives,Faunc,Seproand Star Robots and vision systems.

WHAT WE SEEK:

• Two-yeartechnical degree (controls, automation, robotics, electrical, mechanical - electrical,etc) (or) equivalent experience and training in a manufacturing environment.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Solid works or CAD or equivalent, Word, Excel.
• Requireshighdegree of mechanical aptitude and creative problem solving.
• Requires hands on electrical experience.
• Requires advanced troubleshooting skills.
• Require self-motivation and self-direction.
• Ability to work occasionally on weekends and overtimeasrequired.
• Ability to work occasionally on call.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to train and support co-workers.
• Must be able tolift upto 45 pounds at times.
• Must be able to stand and walk for the duration of the shift
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn on the production floor. This includes the use of safety glasses, steel-toed shoes,respiratory protection,and high-visibility vests.
• Adherence to cleanroom attire standards isrequired(when incleanroom).This includes the use of specified protective gear and garments (gown, hair and beard nets, shoe coverings, and gloves) designed tomaintaina clean and controlled work environment.
• This role involves working from elevated heights at times. Use of harness and other protective equipmentarerequired.
• This role involves repetitively pinching and grasping hand tools, aswellrepetitively twisting and bending.

WHY WORK AT ENTEGRIS?

Lead, Inspire, Innovate. Define Your Future

Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization - not just when it's convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

• Compensation: $28-$32 hourly range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role.
• Annual Bonus Eligible
• 3 weeks of vacation to take the time you need to recharge
• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
• Education assistance to support your learning journey
• Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence
• The company anticipates the application window closing approximately 5 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require Company to shorten or extend the application window

ntegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.