Master Technician-Facilities (HVAC)

Microchip Technology; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology is seeking a Master Facilities Technician - HVAC to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC and facility systems supporting a semiconductor manufacturing environment. You will ensure critical systems run safely and reliably, and support preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

The role requires handling complex HVAC equipment and building management systems, with a focus on maintaining cleanroom conditions and environmental specifications essential to

Qualifications

• 15+ years of HVAC/facilities maintenance experience in controlled environments.
• MA state refrigeration technician license and CFC/EPA universal certification.
• Strong knowledge of commercial/industrial HVAC systems.
• Experience troubleshooting AHUs, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, and fans.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC and facility systems in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.
• Work with complex HVAC, chilled water, heating, cooling, ventilation, and building management systems; respond to equipment failures and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain HVAC systems for cleanrooms and controlled manufacturing environments; monitor temperature, humidity, and air quality.

Skills

HVAC/facilities maintenance experience

Troubleshooting HVAC systems

Knowledge of commercial/industrialHVAC

BMS/EMS familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school / associate degree in HVAC or related

Tools

MA state refrigeration technician license

CFC/EPA universal certification

Job description

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.

People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip's nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values ; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it's won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.

Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.

Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!

Job Description:

The Master Facilities Technician - HVAC is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC and facility systems supporting a semiconductor manufacturing environment. This role ensures critical facility systems operate safely, reliably, and within the environmental conditions required for semiconductor manufacturing and cleanroom operations.

The technician will work with complex HVAC, chilled water, heating, cooling, ventilation, and building management systems while responding to equipment failures and supporting preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC and mechanical facility systems, including air handling units, rooftop units, exhaust systems, pumps, fans, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and associated equipment.

Maintain HVAC systems supporting cleanrooms and controlled manufacturing environments, including temperature, humidity, pressure, airflow, and air-quality requirements.

Monitor and respond to alarms and equipment conditions through Building Management Systems (BMS)/Energy Management Systems (EMS).

Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on HVAC and mechanical equipment to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.

Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and control-system issues associated with HVAC equipment.

Diagnose and repair issues involving motors, belts, bearings, dampers, valves, actuators, sensors, VFDs, compressors, pumps, and control systems.

Support operation and maintenance of chilled-water and hot-water systems used throughout the facility.

Perform inspections, equipment rounds, readings, and operational checks and document findings.

Respond to facility and equipment emergencies and take appropriate action to protect personnel, equipment, product, and manufacturing operations.

Work closely with Facilities Engineers, Manufacturing, Equipment Engineering, and other technical teams to resolve facility-related issues.

Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and commissioning activities.

Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, equipment history, and documentation using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

Follow all applicable safety, environmental, hazardous energy/LOTO, cleanroom, and semiconductor manufacturing procedures.

Maintain compliance with company policies, OSHA requirements, applicable codes, and environmental regulations.

Work with contractors and vendors during equipment installation, service, inspections, and repairs.

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less-experienced Facilities Technicians.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, energy efficiency, cost reduction, and facility uptime.

Participate in an on-call, weekend, or rotating shift schedule as required.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical school, military training, or associate degree in HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, or facilities technology preferred.
• 15+ years of HVAC/facilities maintenance experience, preferably in semiconductor manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, data center, or another highly controlled manufacturing environment.
• MA state refrigeration technician license
• CFC/EPA universal certification license
• Strong knowledge of commercial and industrial HVAC systems.
• Experience troubleshooting AHUs, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, pumps, fans,