Megasys Maintenance Technician

EMD Electronics; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Health insurance

Dental and Vision coverage

3 weeks vacation

401k with match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

EMD Electronics is seeking a MEGASYS maintenance technician to perform daily maintenance of chemical, gas, and slurry distribution systems and to support semiconductor manufacturing environments. You will read P&IDs, document activities, and execute repairs to ensure safety, quality, and reliability across 24/7 operations.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 3+ years in industrial maintenance, with preferred trade/vocational or technical degree.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance or trades work experience (e.g., plumbing, welding, oil field work).
• Completion of trade/vocational school or Associate Degree in a technical discipline is preferred.
• Proficiency with PLCs, including troubleshooting.
• Extensive experience with startup and commissioning.
• Experience with installation and maintenance of plumbing systems.
• Experience in continuous improvement.
• Ability to read P&IDs and PFDs.
• Familiarity with gas and chemical delivery systems in ultra-high purity operations.
• Lockout/tagout practices experience.
• Technical aptitude to identify parts needed for a repair.
• Strong overall mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read gauges and use precision measuring equipment.
• Understanding materials of construction and chemical compatibility.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily maintenance of chemical, gas, and slurry distribution systems.
• Write technical documentation for process development.
• Ensure accurate documentation of all activities performed.
• Read, interpret, and create P&IDs.
• Execute technical repairs on equipment.

Skills

PLCs

Startup & commissioning

Plumbing systems

P&IDs & PFDs

Gas delivery systems

Lockout/tagout

Mechanical aptitude

MS Office

Teamwork

Reading gauges

Education

Trade/vocational school or Associate Degree in technical discipline

High school Diploma or GED

Job description

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join EMD Electronics.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Everything we do in EMD Electronics is to help us deliver on our purpose of being the company behind the companies, advancing digital living. We are dedicated to being the trusted supplier of high-tech materials, services and specialty chemicals for the electronics, automotive and cosmetics industries. We foster a global collaborative organisation made up of individuals who have the passion to win, obsess about the customer, are relentlessly curious and act with urgency. Together, we push the boundaries of science to make more possible for our customers.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role

MEGASYS® offers specialized services in managing gases, chemicals and slurries, where our technicians and engineers provide critical on-site support in semiconductor manufacturing environments.

In the MEGASYS® maintenance technician role, you will be performing daily maintenance on a variety of equipment that ensures consistent supply of chemicals and gases necessary for producing semiconductor chips used in various electronic devices. This position provides a challenging and rewarding opportunity for individuals eager to contribute to a dynamic and expanding business.

In this role, you will work full-time, ensuring 24/7 operations and handling periodic service calls during your shift. Your responsibilities include maintaining advanced gas and chemical blending equipment, chemical reprocessing, and life safety systems. You will perform repairs on distribution system equipment and address chemical system leaks. Collaborating with your team, you will focus on key performance metrics related to safety, quality, and productivity. Your work's reliability and accuracy will enhance team performance, and you'll provide high-level technical support during troubleshooting and maintenance activities.

Join us in delivering exceptional service and driving flawless execution. If you’re ready to embark on an exciting career in the semiconductor industry and are open to travel and mobility, we have opportunities available nationwide. We are seeking individuals who are adaptable and willing to travel, with potential relocation options for the right candidates. We would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily maintenance of chemical, gas, and slurry distribution systems
• Write technical documentation for process development
• Ensure accurate documentation of all activities performed
• Read, interpret, and create Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
• Execute technical repairs on equipment

Physical Attributes

• 75% of time walking throughout the facility (3-6 miles per day).
• Climbing ladders up to 12 feet tall utilizing fall protection.
• Lifting up to 40lbs.
• Bending of the knees and reaching overhead.

Military Veterans

MEGASYS® is a military-friendly employer that values the skills obtained through military teamwork. Our culture and company value the leadership and focus on safety that is obtained from your service. Veterans from any branch or MOS with hands-on mechanical skill sets are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

Who You Are:

• High school Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance or trades (e.g. plumbing, welding, oil field work, etc.) work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of trade/vocational school (e.g. Plumbing, Electrical, etc.) or Associate Degree in a technical discipline (e.g. Chemical Engineering, Automation Systems, etc.)
• Proficiency with PLCs, to include troubleshooting
• Extensive experience with startup and commissioning
• Experience with installation and maintenance of plumbing systems
• Experience in continuous improvement
• Ability to read P&IDs and PFDs
• Familiarity with gas and chemical delivery systems in ultra-high purity operations
• Previous safe work practices and experience in lockout, tag out projects
• Technical aptitude to identify parts needed for a repair
• Strong overall mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read gauges, understand units of measure and use precision measuring equipment
• Understanding materials of construction and chemical compatibility
• Proficient with MS Office Suite
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills

Benefits With Our Team Include

• Comprehensive, paid, on the job training program that allows our employees to quickly learn critical technical skills to excel in this role and rapidly progress in their careers.
• Excellent benefits including a starting vacation allowance of 3 weeks, 6% 401k match programs and medical, dental and vision benefit coverage on day one of employment!
• Tuition assistance program

Pay Range for this position: $29-$45/hour

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites.

What we offer:

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!